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Katherine J Stefanelli

Counseling and Human Servies Department, University of Scranton, Scranton, Pennsylvania, USA.

1 paper in the library · 2 citations · publishing 2025

Papers

Meditation and guided imagery show reduction in chronic stress and increase in mental health-related quality of life for college students.

Journal of American college health : J of ACH January 13, 2025 Katherine J Stefanelli 2 citations

College students who participated in an 8-week program of either meditation or guided imagery with progressive deep muscle relaxation showed decreases in chronic stress and increases in mental-health-related quality of life. These improvements were observed midway through the program and were maintained. The findings suggest that weekly mind-body classes can be a practical way for college students to reduce stress.