Mindfulness

Question 1

What is the definition of mindfulness when operationalized for practice?

Answer 1

Mindfulness is paying attention to the present moment with intention, while letting go of judgment

Question 2

What is the definition of mindfulness when operationalized for intervention?

Answer 2

Mindfulness entails observing sights, sounds and other sensations, including internal bodily sensations and thoughts, without being carried away by them

Question 3

What is the difference between a mindfulness trait and a mindfulness state?

Answer 3

Question 4

Explain this diagram.

Answer 4

There are several factors that can influence the practice of mindfulness. When these factors are controlled such that you are practicing mindfulness, you can better focus your attention on what you’re doing. This also allows you to be more aware of cognitive and emotional function. The recognition and understanding of these processes can lead you to achieve non-judgemental awareness of the situation which ultimately can lead to improved physical and mental wellbeing and behavior that is beneficial.

Question 5

How do you reduce bias to achieve mindfulness?

Answer 5

S-A-R-T

Self:

• Awareness
• Regulation
• Transcendence

Question 6

What are the 6 neuropsychological mechanisms that can be used under the SART framework?

Answer 6

Question 7

What areas of the brain are most active during:

• Mind wandering
• Distraction awareness
• Reorientation of awareness
• Sustained focus

Answer 7

Question 8

After meta analysis of the data, what conditions has mindfulness been shown to be helpful in treating?

What are areas where data is lacking on the use of mindfulness for treatment?

Answer 8