Effects of a Self-Compassion Training Program on Self-Compassion, Discrete Emotions, and Mental Health among Psychology Students: A Randomized Controlled Study With 3-Month Follow-Up
Open MIND July 19, 2026 Eirini Karakasidou, Athina Komninou, Markella Kotzia
Study type: Randomized, controlled, parallel-group trial (retrospective registration; data collection already complete). Rationale/Background: University students training in psychology face elevated academic and emotional demands that place them at risk for stress, anxiety, and depression. This study examined whether a brief self-compassion and mindfulness training program could improve...