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Exploring Mindfulness: College Students' Journey Through An Abbreviated Program, Nicole M. Long, Kathryn E. Barrall
Exploring Mindfulness: College Students' Journey Through An Abbreviated Program, Nicole M. Long, Kathryn E. Barrall
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The transition into college is the first time that students are given control over their own schedules and routines. Despite this newfound freedom, more than 80 percent of college students have reported feeling overwhelmed by all the demands placed on them (American College Health Association, 2013) and studies have shown that poor time management is a predictor of academic stress (Misra & McKean, 2000). Without a structured routine, many college students struggle to find a balance between academics and their social lives, leading them to procrastinate on their coursework.
Studies in mindfulness and mindfulness programs have been on the rise …