Original Research Article
Year: 2023 | Month: July | Volume: 13 | Issue: 7 | Pages: 67-70
DOI: https://doi.org/10.52403/ijhsr.20230711
Assessment of Mindfulness in Computer Users
Dr. Rudra Rashesh Dave1, Dr. Nidhi Suthar2
1First Year MPT Student, 2Assistant Professor,
JG College of Physiotherapy, Gujarat University, Ahmedabad, India
Corresponding Author: Dr. Rudra Rashesh Dave
ABSTRACT
Background and need of research: Assessment of mindfulness is essential to understanding its relationship with cognition functions such as attention, awareness, etc. While mindfulness has demonstrated many advantages in the workplace, the objective of this research is to assess the mindfulness in computer users using Mindful Attention Awareness Scale (MAAS).
Methods: An observational study was conducted in Computer worker of Gujarat State. Mindful Attention Awareness Scale (MAAS) were filled from 104 computer users of both the gender between age group of 18 to 25 through online Google forms. Ethical clearance has been taken.
Result: The Statistical analysis of this study shows that Components No.3 (Somewhat Frequently) of MAAS had the greatest number of responses (Mean±SD=40.64±15.61). If you want to check the Low Mindfulness, ask the question no.12 (I drive places on "automatic pilot" and then wonder how I got there). (Mean=39.42).
Conclusion: The study concluded that 60.45% of Computer Users had Low to Moderate level of mindfulness.
Clinical implications: Yoga, Meditation and Breathing exercises, Cognitive exercises.
Key words: Mindfulness, Computer users, Mindful Attention and Awareness Scale, MAAS.