ICPS

2021 APS Virtual Convention · 2021

The Protective Role of Mindfulness during the COVID-19 Pandemic

Virtual · May 2021

Posters · Developmental Psychology

  • Destany Calma-Birling
    UMN
  • Kelsey Thompson
    UMN
  • Philip Zelazo
    University of Minnesota - Twin Cities

Abstract

Survey data were collected from 398 students between 14 and 25 years. Most reported COVID-19 had a moderate to severe negative impact. Females and lower-SES students reported greater distress. Primary concerns: family getting sick, missing important events and career-related opportunities, mental health. Mindfulness was associated with psychological and academic resilience.

Mindfulness and Meditation