A mixed methods feasibility study exploring the impact of introducing mindfulness to adolescents referred for anxiety based school refusal

The majority of the studies report positive outcomes but the strength of their design varied. Overall the studies provide limited but promising evidence for the benefits of mindfulness to improve some aspects of adolescents’ well-being. From this review research questions are presented.<br><br>Part 2 is a mixed methods feasibility study exploring the effects and experience of introducing students referred for ABSR to mindfulness.

It begins by presenting the research hypothesis and design, methodology and finally the procedure. The quantitative and qualitative findings are then reported. Combining both sets of findings, and relevant literature, develops an overall discussion with an examination of the research hypothesis in light of the results obtained.

The section ends with a discussion of the implication of the findings.<br><br>Part 3 provides a critical appraisal of the research. It considers the methodological limitations as well as the as well as the implications for future research and educational psychology in practice. The final part includes the author’s personal reflections regarding the research process.

References are presented in Part 4 and the Appendices are contained in Part 5.