Examining the role of MBSR in enhancing resilience among Chinese college students with identified psychological concerns
List of Authors
  • Syed Mohamad Syed Abdullah , Xue Piao

Keyword
  • MBSR, Psychology, Education, College students

Abstract
  • This study explores the potential role of Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) in enhancing resilience among Chinese college students at Xi’an Mingde Institute of Technology in China dealing with psychological concerns. Rising mental health issues among college students globally, especially in China, signify an urgent need for effective interventions. While MBSR has demonstrated a wide range of psychological benefits, its specific impact on resilience still needs to be explored. This research addresses this gap using a phenomenological qualitative approach, seeking to understand participants' lived experiences with MBSR. The study recruited 20 college students identified with psychological issues from a university counseling center. In-depth, semi-structured interviews were conducted at three points, capturing experiences pre, post, and three months after the MBSR program. The findings suggest that MBSR enhanced the participants' resilience and coping abilities. However, students with more severe psychological concerns indicated the need for additional therapeutic support, highlighting individual differences in MBSR's impact on resilience. This study contributes to our understanding of MBSR's role in fostering resilience among Chinese college students with psychological issues, providing insights for future research and therapeutic practices.

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