Mindfulness-based Interventions for Emotional Dysregulation in Adolescents: A Systematic Review

Area of Science:

• Psychology
• Neuroscience
• Mental Health

Background:

• Emotional dysregulation is a significant concern during adolescence, impacting well-being and potentially leading to psychopathology.
• Mindfulness involves nonjudgmental, present-moment awareness.
• Mindfulness-Based Interventions (MBIs) utilize mindfulness techniques to enhance awareness of thoughts, feelings, and actions.

Purpose of the Study:

• To investigate the impact of Mindfulness-Based Interventions (MBIs) on emotional dysregulation in adolescents.
• To synthesize current research on MBIs for adolescent emotional regulation.

Main Methods:

• A systematic review of literature was conducted.
• The review followed the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-analyses (PRISMA) guidelines.

Main Results:

• MBIs were found to be effective in reducing emotional dysregulation among adolescents.
• The interventions also improved emotional regulation, coping mechanisms, and neurological functioning.
• Positive outcomes and enhanced self-regulation of emotions were observed.

Conclusions:

• MBIs demonstrate efficacy in mitigating emotional dysregulation in adolescents.
• These interventions can be a valuable preventative and therapeutic approach for adolescent mental health.
• MBIs contribute to improved emotional regulation and overall self-regulation.