The purpose of this qualitative descriptive study was to explore how community college student-athletes who reside in the central California area describe how mindfulness training has influenced their psychological well-being. The conceptual framework comprised mindfulness-acceptance and commitment (MAC) to provide the theoretical foundation. MAC…

This dissertation explores the impact of mindful meditation on imaging students, aiming to determine whether meditation practices can enhance students' overall outlook and mood amidst the numerous stressors encountered within their academic program. Imaging students often face high-pressure situations, including the emotional toll of caring for…

This qualitative exploratory case study explored first-generation community college students' perceptions of mental health knowledge and the use of technology to practice mindfulness and mitigate stress. Data from Likert-type surveys, semi-structured interviews, and an open-ended questionnaire were analyzed to uncover emerging themes to understand…

This study investigates the impact of mindfulness meditation practices on the mental health and well-being of a specific community college population. Inspired by studies on Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) and Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), the focus of this research is on participants who attended the free "Just…

Community college leaders have very demanding jobs. They are pulled in many directions, both professionally and personally--and they're responsible for the welfare of hundreds or even thousands of students, faculty and staff. But, as the safety instructions on an airplane imply, those in positions of authority have to take care of themselves…