Effects of mindfulness on perceived stress levels and heart rate variability

TL;DR

This study examines how mindfulness training impacts perceived stress and heart rate variability among students, highlighting its potential benefits for stress resilience.

Contribution

It provides empirical evidence on the effects of mindfulness on stress perception and physiological markers in a student population.

Findings

Reduced perceived stress levels

Improved heart rate variability

Supports mindfulness as a stress management tool

Abstract

Mindfulness has become increasingly popular as a method for building resilience against stress in both clinical and healthy populations. This study sought to investigate the effects of mindfulness training on perceived levels of stress and heart rate variability in students.