Mindfulness As A Tool for Enhancing Student Well-Being: Findings from A Pilot Study

This pilot study investigates the effectiveness of a mindfulness-based intervention (MBI) designed to promote well-being among adolescents aged 14 to 19 years. Utilizing a pretest-posttest design, the study enrolled 20 participants and measured changes in emotion regulation, psychological well-being, life satisfaction, and happiness. The mindfulness program consisted of five sessions, focusing on techniques such as mindful breathing, body awareness, and emotional recognition. Statistical analyses, including paired sample t-tests, revealed significant improvements in psychological well-being (p < .001), life satisfaction (p = .002), and happiness (p < .001), with medium to large effect sizes (Cohen’s d ranging from .87 to 2.78). However, the results for cognitive reappraisal and expressive suppression were not statistically significant (p = .062 and p = .137, respectively), despite medium effect sizes. These findings suggest that the MBI may serve as an effective intervention for enhancing adolescents’ overall well-being, though further research is necessary to explore the long-term effects and the nuances of emotional regulation. This study contributes to the growing body of evidence supporting the integration of mindfulness practices into educational and community programs aimed at promoting mental health among young people.