The Effect of a Mindfulness Program on Increasing Self-Compassion and Reducing Self-Criticism in Adolescents

Adolescence is one of the most critical and influential stages in human personality development, characterized by extensive biological, cognitive, and emotional changes. Many adolescents experience negative emotions, excessive self-criticism, and a sense of failure during this period, leading to reduced self-esteem, anxiety, and depression. The study aimed to examine the effectiveness of a mindfulness program in increasing self-compassion and reducing self-criticism among adolescents. The research employed a quasi-experimental design with a pretest–posttest and a control group. Results showed that the mindfulness program significantly increased self-compassion and decreased self-criticism in the experimental group compared to the control group. The conclusion suggests that mindfulness programs can be effective in preventing and treating adolescents' emotional problems.

Keywords:

Mindfulness , Self-compassion , Self-criticism , Adolescents , Mental Health