APS
2026 APS Annual Convention · 2026
Effects of a Brief Mindfulness Induction on Positive Emotion: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
- Yanming He
University of Edinburgh - Qiyue Xiao
The University of Edinburgh - Zsofia K. Takacs
University of Edinburgh - Karen Goodall
University of Edinburgh
Abstract
A meta-analysis of 79 studies (N = 26,434) shows that brief mindfulness inductions produce small but significant increases in positive emotion, with stronger effects for mixed-strategy (e.g., loving-kindness meditation) and decentering components, particularly for low-arousal emotions. These findings highlight ways to optimise brief mindfulness for targeted emotional benefits.
