Effects of Mindfulness Meditation on Cognitive Performance in College Students in India
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Mindfulness Meditation, Cognitive Performance, College StudentsAbstract
Purpose: The aim of the study was to assess the effects of mindfulness meditation on cognitive performance in college students in India.
Methodology: This study adopted a desk methodology. A desk study research design is commonly known as secondary data collection. This is basically collecting data from existing resources preferably because of its low cost advantage as compared to a field research. Our current study looked into already published studies and reports as the data was easily accessed through online journals and libraries.
Findings: The study found that engaging in mindfulness meditation led to improvements in various aspects of cognitive performance, including attention, memory, and executive functioning. Additionally, participants who practiced mindfulness meditation reported reduced levels of stress and anxiety compared to those who did not engage in such practices. These findings suggest that incorporating mindfulness meditation into daily routines could potentially enhance cognitive functioning and promote overall well-being among college students.
Implications to Theory, Practice and Policy: Attention restoration theory, socio-emotional selectivity theory and mindfulness-based cognitive therapy may be used to anchor future studies on assessing effects of mindfulness meditation on cognitive performance in college students in India. Educational institutions should invest in the development and implementation of evidence-based mindfulness interventions tailored to college students' needs. Policymakers in education and healthcare sectors should advocate for policies that support the integration of mindfulness-based interventions into college curricula and mental health services.
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