Gender Differences on Mindfulness among Special Educators

Mindfulness is a mental state characterized by focused attention on the present moment, while calmly acknowledging and accepting one’s feelings, thoughts, and bodily sensations. This indicate entailing in the present moment being non-judgment or distracted. Thus, mindfulness is particularly beneficial for special educators because of the unique challenges they face in their roles. This study examined gender differences in mindfulness among special educators in West Bengal, India. A sample of 100 special educators (50 males and 50 females) from various districts completed the Mindful Attention Awareness Scale (MAAS), which consists of 15 items. The results of a t-test analysis indicated that male and female special educators differed significantly in their scores on mindfulness, with female educators scoring higher than male educators.