Developing self-compassion and well-being with a hybrid mindfulness-based intervention: Lessons learned from health
Sophie R Kaufman1, John Damiao2, Esma D Paljevic3
1Center for Strategic Initiatives and Grants, College of Health Professions, Pace University, Pleasantville, New York, USA.
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Objective: The purpose of the study was to examine whether participation in a hybrid mindfulness-based intervention (MBI) is associated with lower level of perceived stress, and higher levels of self-compassion and well-being. Participants: Participants were 73 students (Physician Assistant, Nursing, and Occupational Therapy) and faculty/staff in a Northeastern university. Methods: This study employed a quantitative pretest, post-test design in which MBI outcomes were measured using the Perceived Stress Scale, the short Self-Compassion Scale, and the Well-Being Index through a Wilcoxon test. Results: Descriptive and inferential statistical analysis reveal a statistically significant improvement in self-compassion scores (Z = 3.254, p = .001); non-statistically significant improvements in perceived stress (Z = .909, p = .364); and a statistically significant improvement in well-being scores for faculty/staff (Z = 1.841, p = .066). Conclusion: This pilot study highlights the potential of a hybrid MBI to help health professions students and faculty/staff improve self-compassion and well-being.
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