MINDFULNESS-BASED INTERVENTIONS IN ADOLESCENT BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: A REVIEW OF SCHOOL-BASED APPLICATIONS AND CULTURALLY RESPONSIVE PRACTICES
Author:
Ibuan Oryiman Emmanuel, Emmanuel Uche Igwe, and Amina Catherine Peter-Anyebe
This is an open access article distributed under the Creative Commons Attribution License CC BY 4.0, which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited
Adolescents face increasing psychological stressors that demand preventive and therapeutic strategies rooted in both scientific and cultural sensitivity. This review synthesizes findings on the implementation of mindfulness-based interventions (MBIs)—such as Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) and Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)—in secondary education settings, particularly among culturally diverse and underserved populations. Emphasizing adolescent neurodevelopment, emotional regulation, and resilience-building, the paper highlights evidence on the efficacy of MBIs in reducing anxiety, depression, and behavioral disorders. Additionally, it explores the integration of spiritual identity and cultural beliefs in mindfulness practices, presenting case examples from programs such as the Teen Success Program. The review concludes with a framework for culturally responsive implementation of MBIs in faith-based schools and public institutions, offering recommendations for educators, mental health professionals, and youth counselors.
| Pages | 13-22 |
| Year | 2025 |
| Issue | 1 |
| Volume | 4 |
