Correlation Status of Mindfulness with Depression, Anxiety, and Related Factors in Students of Khalkhal Faculty of Medical Sciences
Mehran Rostami Varnosfaderani, Feazeh Gharedaghi, Abdollah Asadi, Vahideh Aghamohammadi
Journal of Health and Hygiene October 1, 2024 DOI: 10.61186/j.health.15.3.357 (opens in new tab)
Study at a glance
AI-extracted from the abstract| Characteristics | Cross-sectional descriptive-analytical study Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Sample size | 106 |
| Population | Students at the Khalkhal Faculty of Medical Sciences |
| Measures | Beck's depression inventory, Beck's anxiety inventory, five facets of mindfulness questionnaire |
| Topics | Anxiety Depression Meditation |
| Key findings | Depression and anxiety were each significantly related to mindfulness in students, with depression showing an inverse relationship. Anxiety and depression together predicted changes in average mindfulness score in a regression model (R²=38.45). The authors argue that emphasizing mindfulness is vital for health. |
Abstract
Background & objectives: Mindfulness, a psychological concept involving an individual's ability to focus on current experiences and regulate them, plays a crucial role in mental health.Depression and anxiety are prevalent issues among students, affecting their academic and psychological performance.Given the significance of mindfulness and its impact, this study aims to explore the correlation between mindfulness, depression, anxiety, and demographic factors in students at the Khalkhal Faculty of Medical Sciences.Methods: This cross-sectional descriptive-analytical study involved 106 students from Khalkhal School of Medical Sciences.The research instrument was a four-part questionnaire covering demographic information, anthropometry, Beck's depression, Beck's anxiety, and five facets of mindfulness.Data were analyzed using Pearson's statistical tests and regression analysis.Results: The study found that 1.9% of students were severely depressed, and 22.6% were severely anxious.There was a significant inverse relationship between depression scores and mindfulness (p=0.001) and a significant relationship between anxiety and mindfulness (p=0.0001).The multiple linear regression model indicated that anxiety and depression could predict changes in the average mindfulness score (R²=38.45).Conclusion: The findings suggest that mindfulness is significantly related to depression and anxiety, with an inverse relationship between overall anxiety scores and mindfulness.Therefore, emphasizing mindfulness is vital for health.
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