Mindfulness
September 7, 2026
Ben C. L. Yu, Floria H. N. Chio, Hin-Tak Sik et al.
Abstract Objectives Mindfulness is widely recognized as a multidimensional construct, though some of its components have faced criticism. Nonjudgment, operationalized as approaching inner experiences without evaluation, is one such debated aspect. In contrast, discernment emphasizes the importance of actively assessing the wholesomeness of mental states. This study investigated which of these...
Applied Research in Quality of Life
April 22, 2025
Ben C. L. Yu, Winnie W. S. Mak, Floria H. N. Chio et al.
1 citation
Abstract The present study aims to investigate the relative temporal associations of different types of mindfulness-related qualities (i.e., observing, describing, acting with awareness, non-reactivity, nonjudging, tranquility, and concentration) at the dispositional level with well-being, psychological distress, and nonattachment by a 9-month longitudinal study over four-time points. Data from...
May 6, 2021
Amanda C M Li, Keith KL Wong, Floria H. N. Chio et al.
BACKGROUND Although text messaging has the potential to be the core intervention modality, it is often used as an adjunct only. To improve health and alleviate the distress related to insomnia, pain, and dysregulated eating of people living in urban areas, text messaging–based mindfulness-based interventions were designed and evaluated in 3 randomized controlled trials. OBJECTIVE This study...
JMIR Mental Health
July 29, 2018
Winnie W. S. Mak, Alan C. Y. Tong, Sindy Y. C. Yip et al.
135 citations
BACKGROUND: Mindfulness-based interventions, self-compassion training, and cognitive behavioral therapy have garnered much evidence in its salutary effects on mental health. With increasing application of smartphone and mobile technology on health promotion, this study investigated the efficacy and possible moderators of mindfulness, self-compassion, and cognitive behavioral psychoeducation...
Frontiers in Psychology
2017
Xianglong Zeng, Floria H. N. Chio, Tian P S Oei et al.
Interventions using the "Four Immeasurables Meditations" (FIM) are effective for various outcomes; however, whether increased meditation practice in these interventions leads to better results has not been well investigated. This systematic review included 22 FIM interventions that reported associations between the amount of meditation practice and its outcomes. Despite the heterogeneity in...