Abstract
The aim of the present study was to evaluate the efficacy of a two-week web-based program targeting mindfulness and self-compassion. The program was developed with young adults in mind and involves...
Highlights
Given widespread socio-demographic changes, such that younger adults leave home, have their first job, and start an own family at a more advanced age than before, the period from the late teens through the twenties have been identified as a new and distinct period in development referred to as emerging adulthood (Arnett, 2000)
We examined the effects of a brief internet-based intervention involving mindfulness and self-compassion exercises
The results indicated that the training served to increase levels of self-compassion and reduce stress to increase affect balance
Summary
Given widespread socio-demographic changes, such that younger adults leave home, have their first job, and start an own family at a more advanced age than before, the period from the late teens through the twenties have been identified as a new and distinct period in development referred to as emerging adulthood (Arnett, 2000). This transition from an adolescent to a full-fledged adult is typically characterized by the exploration of different life paths and worldviews, including possibilities in higher education, work, and love. As a complement to well-established but extensive and time-consuming interventions (e.g., face-to-face CBT), brief and implemented interventions designed to support positive mental health in young adults should, be of considerable interest
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