Evaluating a mindfulness program in a middle school

Laura Rook, Sue Erica Smith

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    Abstract

    Mindfulness practice is gradually being recognized as an important strategy for supporting overall wellbeing to cope in a world shaped by constant change. The school environment is no exception. This paper reports on the outcomes of a mindfulness program that was implemented in a middle school in regional Australia. A total of 21 students and 5 teachers participated in the mindfulness program. A complexity analysis revealed resistance from all levels of the school which made it difficult to sustain the program long term. We argue that it is pertinent to give attention to the interacting elements within and external to the school system in order to predict and mediate any resistance and ensure that mindfulness programs can be fully supported for the long terms benefits of the students.
    Original languageEnglish
    Article number1
    JournalEmergence: Complexity and Organisation
    Volume22
    Issue number1
    Publication statusPublished - 2020

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