Background: Critical thinking and self-confidence are important concepts for nursing students. This study aimed to investigate the effects of mindfulness-based art therapy (MBAT) on the critical thinking dispositions and self-confidence levels of nursing students. Method: A randomized controlled trial was conducted using a parallel-group design with pretest and posttest measurements. A total of...
Background: First-year nursing students need support to mitigate the effects of stress to improve the health and consistency of the student-to-professional pathway, addressing critical workforce shortages. Yet, evidence-based wellness interventions are underdeveloped and understudied for this population. Method: Using a mixed-methods, single-group, pre-post design, this study evaluated the...