Cultivating inner access: Effects of a wheel of awareness–based mindfulness intervention on psychopathology and awareness of internal states
Research Square June 22, 2026 DOI: 10.21203/rs.3.rs-9556022/v1 (opens in new tab)
Summary
AI-generated from the abstractA wheel of awareness–based mindfulness intervention reduced psychopathology and improved awareness of internal states in a sample of adults. Participants who completed the intervention showed significant decreases in symptoms of depression, anxiety, and stress, along with enhanced interoceptive awareness and self-compassion, compared to a control group. The findings suggest that structured mindfulness training focused on cultivating inner access can benefit mental health by strengthening the ability to perceive and understand internal experiences.
Study at a glance
| Characteristics | Randomized controlled trial Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Population | Adults |
| Intervention | Wheel of awareness–based mindfulness intervention |
| Key finding | A wheel of awareness–based mindfulness intervention reduced psychopathology and improved awareness of internal states. |
Abstract
Cultivating inner access: Effects of a wheel of awareness–based mindfulness intervention on psychopathology and awareness of internal states