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Area of Science:

  • Occupational Health Psychology
  • Behavioral Science
  • Clinical Psychology

Background:

  • Mindfulness-based interventions (MBIs) are proposed to enhance employee well-being.
  • Few rigorous randomized controlled trials (RCTs) have evaluated MBIs in workplace settings.
  • Understanding the dose-response relationship of MBIs is crucial for optimizing workplace interventions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To compare the efficacy of a high-dose (six-week) versus a low-dose (single-day) mindfulness training program.
  • To assess the impact of different mindfulness training durations on multiple employee well-being measures.
  • To investigate potential dose-response effects of mindfulness training in a corporate environment.

Main Methods:

  • A two-arm randomized controlled trial (RCT) was conducted at a digital marketing firm.
  • Participants received either a six-week high-dose or a single-day low-dose mindfulness training.
  • Employee well-being was measured using ecological momentary assessment (EMA) to capture real-time data.

Main Results:

  • High-dose mindfulness training significantly reduced perceived and momentary stress.
  • The six-week program buffered employees against negative affect and decreased coping efficacy.
  • A clear dose-response effect was observed, with the intensive program yielding greater benefits.

Conclusions:

  • Mindfulness training programs can effectively reduce workplace stress.
  • More intensive, longer-duration mindfulness interventions (e.g., six weeks) are likely necessary for substantial improvements in employee well-being.
  • This study highlights the utility of EMA in evaluating workplace interventions and informs optimal MBI design.