- Experimental studies have found that MBI could enhance adolescents’ social competence and improve their interpersonal relationships
- It is possible that increased social competence and interpersonal relationships play a role in reducing aggressive behavior

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Experimental data supports the effectiveness of MBI in children and adolescents with aggressive behavior problems. Meta-analytical results indicate a moderate overall effect size of MBI on aggressiveness in children. Some of the most notably effective MBI therapies are: MBCT, Mindful Breathing Exercises, Meditation, and Yoga.


Effectiveness of MBI in Reducing Aggression among Youth

Tao, S., Li, J., Zhang, M., Zheng, P., Lau, E. Y. H., Sun, J., &amp; Zhu, Y. (2021, January 5). The Effects of Mindfulness-Based Interventions on Child and Adolescent Aggression: a Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Mindfulness. https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s12671-020-01570-9. 

The Effects of Mindfulness-Based Interventions on Child and Adolescent Aggression: a Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Improved Social Competence and Interpersonal Relationships in Youth

Sub-group analysis involving various studies of MBI used with children show higher effectiveness for clinical samples than non-clinical samples. Some examples of clinical samples that may influence the effects of MBI include: students with special education needs such as a learning difficulties, or groups of youth in juvenile correction or rehabilitation centers.




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