Max J. Western

2 papers in the library · 24 citations · publishing 2022-2024

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Mindfulness improves psychological health and supports health behaviour cognitions: Evidence from a pragmatic RCT of a digital mindfulness-based intervention.

British Journal of Health Psychology November 1, 2024 Masha Remskar, Max J. Western, Ben Ainsworth 24 citations

Mindfulness-based interventions can improve psychological health; yet the mechanisms of change are underexplored. This pre-registered remote RCT evaluated a freely accessible digital mindfulness programme aiming to improve well-being, mental health and sleep quality. Health behaviour cognitions were explored as possible mediators. Participants from 91 countries (N = 1247, Mage = 27.03 [9.04])...

DOI: 10.1111/bjhp.12745 Full text Depression Mindfulness Behaviour change Digital health +2

Exercising body but not mind: A qualitative exploration of attitudes to combining physical activity and mindfulness practice for mental health promotion

Frontiers in Psychology December 9, 2022 Masha Remskar, Max J. Western, Olivia Maynard et al.

BackgroundPhysical activity and mindfulness meditation can be effective for maintaining good mental wellbeing, with early-stage research suggesting even greater effectiveness in tandem. Literature is lacking on the perceptions and acceptability of these practices, particularly in a preventative context. The study aimed to explore attitudes toward mental health and its maintenance through...

DOI: 10.3389/fpsyg.2022.984232 Full text Mindfulness Wellbeing Mental health Health maintenance +2