The Importance of Mindfulness in Schools

Mindfulness in educational settings extends beyond children and young individuals; it significantly involves those who nurture and support them. Research has extensively documented the advantages of mindfulness in the adult realm, highlighting its positive effects on teachers, counselors, and caregivers. This focus is integral to the vision of MiSP.

Since its inception in 2007, MiSP has been the focus of several studies examining the impact of its programs on both students and teachers.

While most of these studies are relatively small and lack long-term follow-ups, they suggest that the programs have the potential to enhance psychological well-being and attention.

The studies have utilized various methods to assess changes, including self-reported scores from questionnaires, computer-based attention assessments, and neurological tests. Additionally, the results have been compared to those of 'control groups' who completed the same tests at the same times but did not participate in the courses.