Pilot study on the effect of a Meditation-Mindfulness-Positive Psychology Training program on perceived stress and mental well-being in Korean nursing students: A mixed methods analysis.
PloS one January 1, 2026 Young Im Cho, Hyo Jin Kim, Dong Hee Kim
An adapted online Meditation-Mindfulness-Positive Psychology Training (MMPT) program, shortened to six sessions and tailored for nursing students in Korea, was tested for feasibility and preliminary effectiveness. In a mixed-methods pilot study, the experimental group showed significant improvements in gratitude disposition, self-compassion, and perceived stress, but not in mindfulness or overall mental health. Qualitative interviews revealed perceived gains in calmness, self-kindness, positivity, and coping, with students valuing gratitude journaling, compassion exercises, and peer support. The program appears feasible for reducing stress and boosting positive psychological resources, though larger and longer studies are needed.