Effectiveness of Mindfulness-Based Intervention on Anxiety of Young Students in India: A Meta-Analysis

Practicing mindfulness helps reduce anxiety among adolescent and young adult students in India, contributing to improved overall well-being. A systematic review and meta-analysis, following PRISMA guidelines, examined studies published between 2016 and 2023. Ten studies met inclusion criteria and were analyzed. The findings indicate a beneficial effect of mindfulness on anxiety reduction in this population.

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Abstract

Mindfulness involves the deliberate act of focusing one’s attention on the present moment without making judgments, allowing experiences to unfold naturally. Evidence suggests that practising mindfulness can positively influence mental health, particularly in reducing anxiety. In recent years, the younger generation in India, especially adolescent and young adult students, has been experiencing heightened levels of anxiety. This systematic review and meta-analysis, conducted in accordance with PRISMA guidelines, investigates the role of mindfulness in alleviating anxiety within this population. A thorough search was carried out across multiple digital databases, covering literature published between 2016 and 2023, when mindfulness research gained prominence. Out of the numerous studies screened, ten met the inclusion criteria and were analysed. The findings revealed that practising mindfulness has a beneficial effect in reducing anxiety among adolescent and young adult students in India, contributing to improved overall well-being.