Exploring Mindfulness-Stress Dynamics in Emerging Adulthood: A Correlational Study

Aneesh Sandeep Joshi; Shubham Sherekar

doi:10.36948/ijfmr.2026.v08i05.90094

Exploring Mindfulness-Stress Dynamics in Emerging Adulthood: A Correlational Study

Author(s)	Mr. Aneesh Sandeep Joshi, Mr. Shubham Sherekar
Country	India
Abstract	Emerging adulthood is a developmental stage typically ranging from 18 to 29 years of age. It is characterized by significant changes in development, increase in responsibilities, and heightened exposure to stressors related to several factors like education, career, relationships, and identity formation. Effective management of stress during this period is important for maintaining psychological well-being. Mindfulness which is defined as the capacity to maintain non-judgmental awareness of present-moment experiences, has been increasingly recognized by researchers as a potential protective factor against stress. The present study is aimed to understand the relationship between mindfulness and perceived stress among young adults. Quantitative correlational research design was employed as research method to examine the association between the variables. Sampling method used is that of convenience sampling. Standardized self-report measures of mindfulness and perceived stress were administered to measure the participants' levels of mindfulness and stress. Analysis of data was carried out using appropriate descriptive and inferential statistical techniques, including correlation analysis. The hypothesis was that mindfulness would be negatively associated with perceived stress. The study findings showed a significant negative relationship between mindfulness and perceived stress, indicating that individuals with higher levels of mindfulness tended to report lower levels of perceived stress. These results also support existing literature suggesting that mindfulness could serve as one of the important psychological resources for coping with stress during the developmental period of emerging adulthood. The study also shows the significance of the potential value of mindfulness-based interventions in not only promoting mental health but also enhancing resilience among young adults. Further investigations can focus on causal mechanisms and explore the effectiveness of mindfulness-based programs across diverse populations of emerging adults.
Keywords	Mindfulness, Stress, Perceived Stress, Young Adults, Mental Health
Field	Sociology > Philosophy / Psychology / Religion
Published In	Volume 8, Issue 5, September-October 2026
Published On	2026-10-21
DOI	https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2026.v08i05.90094

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