The effectiveness of brief mindfulness training in reducing test anxiety among high school students.

ABSTRACT:

Background

For many high school students, test anxiety is a prevalent issue that adversely affects their exam performance. Previous research has explored the effectiveness of mindfulness training in alleviating test anxiety; however, the lack of real-life exam scenarios and lengthy training sessions has limited its application. This study examines the effects of a brief, five-day mindfulness training and immediate session on enhancing students' mindfulness levels and reducing their test anxiety.

Methods

The participants were recruited and divided into an experimental group (n = 29) and a control group (n = 32). The experimental group underwent a daily eight-minute mindfulness training for five consecutive days, while the control group engaged in a passive waiting period. To

SUBMITTER: Sun Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11884040 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature