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Responsiveness to an introductory meditation method.

M S Fiebert

    Perceptual and Motor Skills
    |December 1, 1977
    PubMed
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    Students favoring personal growth were more likely to embrace meditation. This study explored attitudes toward meditation before and after an introductory session among 84 students.

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    Area of Science:

    • Psychology
    • Mindfulness Studies

    Background:

    • Attitudes towards mindfulness practices can influence engagement.
    • Understanding student perceptions is key to promoting well-being interventions.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate the correlation between pre-existing attitudes and post-introduction responses to meditation.
    • To identify specific attitudinal factors that predict favorability towards meditation.

    Main Methods:

    • A cohort of 84 students completed attitude assessments.
    • Participants received a brief introduction to a meditation method.
    • Attitude ratings were collected both before and after the introduction.

    Main Results:

    • A moderate positive correlation was observed between initial attitudes and subsequent responses.
    • Students with a higher inclination towards personal growth showed greater favorability towards meditation.

    Conclusions:

    • Pre-existing attitudes, particularly those related to personal growth, are significant predictors of meditation adoption.
    • Mindfulness interventions may resonate more strongly with individuals seeking self-improvement.

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