PSY-245 — Mindfulness in Psychology: The Science and Practice of Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction
This innovative course begins with an 8-week immersion in the Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Program, teaching students practical mindfulness skills to enhance wellbeing and manage stress. Following this hands-on introduction, the course transitions into an academic study of the clinical research and theories underpinning mindfulness-based programs. Students engage in lectures, presentations, and critical reviews, cultivating a comprehensive understanding of mindfulness from both experiential and empirical standpoints.