Assessment of Mindfulness in Computer Users
Rudra Rashesh Dave, Nidhi Suthar
International Journal of Health Sciences and Research July 4, 2023 DOI: 10.52403/ijhsr.20230711 (opens in new tab)
Study at a glance
AI-extracted from the abstract| Characteristics | Observational study Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Sample size | 104 |
| Population | Computer users of both genders in Gujarat State, aged 18 to 25 |
| Measures | Mindful Attention Awareness Scale (MAAS) |
| Topics | Meditation |
| Key findings | The authors conclude that 60.45% of the 104 computer users surveyed had low to moderate mindfulness, with the most frequent MAAS response category being 'Somewhat Frequently' (mean 40.64, SD 15.61). They suggest item 12 on driving on 'automatic pilot' as a marker of low mindfulness (mean 39.42). |
Abstract
Background and need of research: Assessment of mindfulness is essential to understanding its relationship with cognition functions such as attention, awareness, etc. While mindfulness has demonstrated many advantages in the workplace, the objective of this research is to assess the mindfulness in computer users using Mindful Attention Awareness Scale (MAAS).
Methods: An observational study was conducted in Computer worker of Gujarat State. Mindful Attention Awareness Scale (MAAS) were filled from 104 computer users of both the gender between age group of 18 to 25 through online Google forms. Ethical clearance has been taken.
Result: The Statistical analysis of this study shows that Components No.3 (Somewhat Frequently) of MAAS had the greatest number of responses (Mean±SD=40.64±15.61). If you want to check the Low Mindfulness, ask the question no.12 (I drive places on "automatic pilot" and then wonder how I got there). (Mean=39.42).
Conclusion: The study concluded that 60.45% of Computer Users had Low to Moderate level of mindfulness. Clinical
Implications: Yoga, Meditation and Breathing exercises, Cognitive exercises. Key words: Mindfulness, Computer users, Mindful Attention and Awareness Scale, MAAS.
Comparable studies
Other observational and cohort studies on meditation, most cited first.
| Study | Year | Design | Participants |
|---|---|---|---|
| Using Self-Report Assessment Methods to Explore Facets of Mindfulness Undergraduate students | 2006 | Observational cohort | |
| Effectiveness of a meditation-based stress reduction program in the treatment of anxiety disorders Patients with generalized anxiety disorder or panic disorder with or without agoraphobia | 1992 | Observational cohort | n = 22 |
| Meditation experience is associated with increased cortical thickness Participants with extensive Insight meditation experience and matched controls | 2005 | Observational cohort | n = 20 |
| Meditation experience is associated with differences in default mode network activity and connectivity Experienced meditators and matched meditation-naive controls | 2011 | Observational cohort | |
| Long-term meditators self-induce high-amplitude gamma synchrony during mental practice Long-term Buddhist practitioners and controls | 2004 | Observational cohort |
Citations in the library
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