Evaluation of a Brief Mindfulness Intervention on Examination Anxiety and Stress.
Study Goal
The researchers aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of a brief preexamination mindfulness intervention in reducing stress and anxiety among nursing students.
Results Summary
The intervention group showed decreased feelings of helplessness and anxiety, and while students had positive views of mindfulness, some barriers were identified.
Population
Nursing students
Effective Dosage
Not specified
Duration
Brief (preexamination intervention, exact duration not specified)
Interactions
None mentioned
| Intervention | Direction | Endpoint | Population | Dosage | Impact | Claim # |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
brief preexamination mindfulness reflective intervention | decrease | feelings of helplessness | nursing students | - | decreased | #1 |
brief preexamination mindfulness reflective intervention | decrease | anxiety | nursing students | - | decreased | #2 |
mindfulness programs | decrease | stress | - | - | reduce | #3 |
BACKGROUND: Nursing students report increasing levels of stress and anxiety related to academic performance. Mindfulness programs have been found to reduce stress, yet such programs have been identified as a time-burden for students. This study evaluated the integration of a brief preexamination mindfulness reflective intervention for nursing students. Perceived stress, anxiety, resilience, and acceptability were evaluated. METHOD: A mixed-methods experimental design with random assignment was used. Forty-nine nursing students were randomized to either an intervention group ( RESULTS: Outcomes revealed decreased feelings of helplessness and anxiety in the intervention group. Although students had positive views of mindfulness, barriers were indicated. CONCLUSION: Brief preexamination mindfulness interventions provide students with anxiety-reducing options.