The purpose of this study is to measure the efficacy of the SIT Mindfulness course for managing stress and increasing emotional awareness. Mindfulness practices have been shown to be useful in these areas. The current study will measure SIT students' stress and emotional awareness before and after the six-week course.
Risks and Benefits
Mindfulness practices have been shown to be beneficial in managing the symptoms of stress, improving attention and memory, and supporting the experience of positive emotions. Mindfulness practices may result in minor discomfort from closing eyes, slow physical movements, and focusing on the breath/body sensations. Also, talking about stressors may evoke physical and emotional discomfort.
Time and Commitment and Payment
All research for this study will take place within the SIT course. There is no additional time commitment and no payment for participating in the study.
Confidentiality
Your survey responses will be collated by alphabetical IDs, not by your name. No names will be used in the reporting of results. We guarantee the anonymity of all results. They will be kept in a locked confidential file for a period of five years.
Right to Withdraw
Your participation in this study is entirely voluntary. You may choose not to participate without any adverse consequences to you.
Statement of Consent
By signing this consent form you agree to participate in the project entitled, "Efficacy of the Six-Week Introductory Training in Mindfulness."
Mindfulness Training Institute Certificate of Completion
At the end of the course, your Instructor will send you a personalized certificate of completion as a thank you for responding to this survey.
