Efficacy of Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction [MBSR] on Academic Test Anxiety and Self-confidence among Indian Undergraduates
Timi Thomas, Neetha Kamath, Gincy Joseph
Social Medicine September 6, 2024 DOI: 10.71164/socialmedicine.v17i3.2024.1731 (opens in new tab)
Study at a glance
AI-extracted from the abstract| Characteristics | Controlled trial Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Population | Undergraduates |
| Topics | Anxiety Meditation |
| Key findings | MBSR is effective in reducing academic test anxiety and improving self-confidence. |
Abstract
Introduction. The time of examination and evaluation is a stressful period where anxiety is at its highest levels. To some extent, a low level of stress can help motivate the students; however, more stress can be discouraging. It will make students exhausted, overwhelmed, and confused. High self-esteem promotes physical health and enhances coping with threat; on the other hand, low self-esteem is associated with mental health difficulties like anxiety, depression, and personality disorder. Hence, the present study focuses on assessing the academic test anxiety and self-confidence and finding out the efficacy of practicing mindfulness meditation to relieve test anxiety, thereby improving the self-confidence and self-esteem in their life. Objectives. Determine the pre-interventional academic test anxiety and self-confidence among undergraduates in experimental and control groups and determine the effectiveness of MBSR on academic test anxiety and self-confidence.
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