During adolescence, there are important changes in both depressive symptoms and self-
concept; thus, the present study aimed to examine the effects of a mindfulness-based …

Parents and teachers of children with special needs face unique social–emotional
challenges in carrying out their caregiving roles. Stress associated with these roles impacts …

This exploratory feasibility study assesses a mindfulness program in a fifth grade classroom.
Mindful learning is explored through activities based on The Mindfulness Workbook. The …

The effects of a 6-week mindfulness-based intervention program on children's social and
emotional functioning in kindergarten classrooms were examined in two related studies …

Anxiety disorders are the most common mental health problems of childhood. The one-year
prevalence rate of childhood anxiety disorders is between 10 percent (Chavira, Stein …

Over the past decade, training in mindfulness—the intentional cultivation of moment-by-
moment non-judgmental focused attention and awareness—has spread from its initial …

This chapter reviews evidence from developmental psychology and cognitive neuroscience
on the effects of mindfulness training in children and adolescents. It is argued that …

This article reviews the current state of research on contemplative practices with children
and youth. It reviews contemplative practices used both in treatment settings and in …

Background: Research support for a variety of health benefits of mindfulness-based
interventions for adults is robust. These include management of stress, anxiety, and …

As mindfulness practices become more widely implemented in schools, they are attracting
both keen interest and strong criticism. It is important that mindfulness-based programs …