The Relationship Between Trait Mindfulness and Depression in Elementary Pre-Service Teachers: The Sequential Mediating Role of Flow Experience and Learning Engagement.
Psychology research and behavior management January 1, 2024 Fenxia Huang 10 citations
Among 614 elementary pre-service teachers, higher trait mindfulness predicts lower depression. Trait mindfulness also indirectly reduces depression by enhancing flow experience and learning engagement, which act as mediating factors. The findings support depression cognitive theory by highlighting how internal psychological resources can help prevent depression and clarify the pathway through which mindfulness influences mental health.