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Mindfulness Research

Research into mindfulness is still relatively new. Below is a small sample of research studies that discuss the potential benefits to health and well-being.

Peer-Reviewed Research Studies

Keng SL, Smoski MJ, Robins CJ. Effects of mindfulness on psychological health: a review of empirical studies. Clin Psychol Rev. 2011 Aug;31(6):1041-56. doi: 10.1016/j.cpr.2011.04.006. Epub 2011 May 13. PMID: 21802619; PMCID: PMC3679190.

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Henriksen D, Richardson C, Shack K. Mindfulness and creativity: implications for thinking and learning. Thinking Skills and Creativity. 2020. 27: ISSN 1871-1871, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tsc.2020.100689.

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Kriakous SA, Elliott KA, Lamers C, Owen R. The effectiveness of mindfulness-based stress reduction on the psychological functioning of healthcare professionals: A systematic review. Mindfulness. 2021 Jan;12:1-28.

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Zollars I, Poirier TI, Pailden J. Effects of mindfulness meditation on mindfulness, mental well-being, and perceived stress. Currents in Pharmacy Teaching and Learning. 2019 Oct 1;11(10):1022-8.

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Mindfulness Institute for Emerging Adults (formerly known as Koru)

Greeson JM, Juberg MK, Maytan M, James K, Rogers H. A randomized controlled trial of Koru: A mindfulness program for college students and other emerging adults. Journal of American College Health. 2014 May 19;62(4):222-33.

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Smit B, Stavrulaki E. The efficacy of a mindfulness-based intervention for college students under extremely stressful conditions. Mindfulness. 2021 Dec;12:3086-100.

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Bradley D. The role of Koru on preservice teachers’ stress, anxiety, and mindfulness levels. Temple University; 2019.

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Lindsey-Buckler J. Reducing Burnout Among Mental Health Providers using a Mindfulness Intervention. Dissertation. 2019. University of Louisville School of Nursing.

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Mindfulness TED Talks