MS181: Enhancing Well-Being in Schools Through State of the Science Mindfulness

Wednesday, February 14, 2024
4:00 PM–5:50 PM CST

  • PMD: 4,5
  • Cost: Included in Registration
  • Skill Level: Introduction

Learner Objectives

This session will help participants…

  1. learn mindfulness interventions as a means to enhance student and faculty well-being, emotional regulation, and overall mental health;
  2. integrate mindfulness practices into the school curriculum and/or daily routines, promoting mindfulness as a lifelong skill;
  3. create a supportive and inclusive school culture that prioritizes students' social–emotional well-being; and
  4. evaluate the effectiveness of mindfulness interventions through ongoing monitoring and assessment.

Description

Well-being is the foundation of academic and professional success, with reciprocal interaction between adults and students. By teaching mindfulness, adults can improve school climate, well-being, and mental health.

Presenter(s)

Caroline Mousa, University of Houston
Catherine Urso, University of Houston
Christopher &. ONeal, North Carolina State University
Villa G. Matovu, University of Houston

Contributor(s)

Mahnoor Ahmad, Jeffrey Carter, Bradley H. Smith

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