Mindfulness, Buddhist Modernity and Cultural Psychology.
Integr Psychol Behav Sci June 6, 2024 Peer reviewed DOI: 10.1007/s12124-024-09852-w via PubMed Central
Summary
The work examines the relationship between mindfulness, Buddhist modernity, and cultural psychology. It argues that mindfulness practices have been adapted from traditional Buddhist contexts into modern secular settings, raising questions about cultural authenticity and psychological impact. The text explores how cultural psychology can help understand these transformations and their implications for well-being and identity.
Study at a glance
| Design | theoretical or philosophical paper |
|---|---|
| Key finding | Mindfulness practices have been adapted from traditional Buddhist contexts into modern secular settings, raising questions about cultural authenticity and psychological impact. |
Abstract
Mindfulness, Buddhist Modernity and Cultural Psychology.