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The benefits of a mindfulness program for university students: A qualitative exploration on intrapersonal and interpersonal relationships

Hülya Koşar Altinyelken

The Journal of Humanistic Counseling October 20, 2022 DOI: 10.1002/johc.12197 (opens in new tab)

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Characteristics Qualitative Peer reviewed
Population University students
Intervention Mindfulness program
Topics Meditation
Citations 13
Key points Participants in a mindfulness program reported increased self-compassion and self-care and diminished self-judgement, with benefits extending to intrapersonal and interpersonal relationships. The authors propose that such programs could be incorporated into higher education counseling services to improve student well-being.

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Abstract This study explores the perceived benefits of a mindfulness program for university students, focusing on changes in their intrapersonal and interpersonal relationships. The findings underscore increased self‐compassion and self‐care and diminished levels of self‐judgement. Mindfulness programs could be incorporated into counseling services in higher education to improve students’ well‐being.

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