ERIC Number: EJ1262566
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2020-Jun
Pages: 10
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ISSN: ISSN-1307-9298
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The Impact of Mindfulness-Based Yoga Interventions on Fifth-Grade Students' Perceived Anxiety and Stress
Stapp, Alicia Cooper; Lambert, Ashley Berry
International Electronic Journal of Elementary Education, v12 n5 p471-480 Jun 2020
With rising pressure and an increase in expected academic performance in schools across the United States, students are experiencing higher levels of stress than ever before. To address this issue, the present study examined the impact of mindfulness-based yoga interventions on fifth-grade students' perceived anxiety and stress levels through a mixed methods research approach. Quantitative data were collected from students through a pre- and post-questionnaire while qualitative data were garnered through an interview with the classroom teacher. Findings revealed that following the intervention period, students reported a slight increase in anxiety levels (1.9%) and a decrease in stress levels (9.29%). Particulrly, males in the remedial class displayed changes in both a decrease in anxiety (31.58%) and stress (16.68%) levels. Additionally, the following themes emerged from the qualitative data: (a) teacher perceptions of students' anxiety and stress in the classroom; (b) transfer of mindfulness-based yoga skills; and (c) creating a positive transition. These results suggest that mindfulness-based yoga can be a positive tool for the classroom to reduce students' anxiety and stress.
Descriptors: Physical Activities, Relaxation Training, Metacognition, Intervention, Program Effectiveness, Grade 5, Elementary School Students, Children, Anxiety, Stress Management, Males, Remedial Instruction, Teacher Attitudes, Transfer of Training, Self Management, Mental Health, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Classroom Techniques
International Electronic Journal of Elementary Education. T&K Akademic Rosendalsvein 45, Oslo 1166, Norway. e-mail: iejee@iejee.com; Web site: https://www.iejee.com/index.php/IEJEE/index
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Elementary Education; Grade 5; Intermediate Grades; Middle Schools
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: Mississippi
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