Influence of mindfulness on emotional regulation and digital well-being among young adults: a quantitative study
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https://doi.org/10.64171/JSRD.5.2.36-43Keywords:
Mindfulness, Emotional regulation, Digital well-being, Young adults, Mental healthAbstract
The present study examined the influence of mindfulness on emotional regulation and digital well-being among young adults, with a focus on the mediating role of emotional regulation. A total of 200 young adults (100 males and 100 females) aged 18–28 years were selected using a purposive sampling technique, ensuring participants were active digital technology users. Standardized measures of mindfulness, emotional regulation, and digital well-being were administered. Data were analysed using descriptive statistics, independent sample t-tests, Pearson correlation. The results revealed significant positive relationships between mindfulness, emotional regulation, and digital well-being. Females scored significantly higher than males on all three variables. Mindfulness was found to be a significant predictor of both emotional regulation and digital well-being. The findings suggest that mindfulness enhances digital well-being directly and indirectly by improving emotional regulation. The study highlights mindfulness as an important psychological resource for promoting emotional balance and healthy digital engagement among young adults.
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