Socio-cognitive mindfulness in nursing: A scoping review
Mikyoung Lee1, Hyunyoung Park2
1Department of Nursing, Dongshin University, Naju-si, Jeollanamdo, South Korea.
Plos One
|April 29, 2024
Summary
Socio-cognitive mindfulness, a novel concept in nursing, enhances nurses' and students' emotional regulation and positive emotions. This approach shows promise for improving nursing practice and education outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Science
- Psychology
- Healthcare Education
Background:
- Meditative mindfulness research in nursing is extensive, but socio-cognitive mindfulness remains under-explored.
- Socio-cognitive mindfulness offers potential benefits for nursing practice and education.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the existing research on socio-cognitive mindfulness within the nursing field.
- To identify the impacts of socio-cognitive mindfulness on nurses and nursing students.
- To review the application and effectiveness of socio-cognitive mindfulness interventions in nursing.
Main Methods:
- A comprehensive scoping review was conducted using the Arksey and O'Malley framework.
- Extensive electronic searches were performed across seven major academic databases.
- Included studies were rigorously screened and categorized based on review objectives.
Main Results:
- Seven studies (six quantitative, one mixed-methods) were included from 5,798 initial papers.
- Socio-cognitive mindfulness positively affected nurses' and nursing students' emotional regulation and positive emotions.
- Benefits included improved nursing performance, academic outcomes, and student quality of life.
Conclusions:
- This review highlights the significance of socio-cognitive mindfulness in nursing.
- The study recommends implementing and evaluating socio-cognitive mindfulness in nursing practice and education.
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