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T1 Does Mindfulness Mediated by Virtual Reality Help People with Functional Diversity?
A1 Puente Torre, Paula
A1 Delgado Benito, Vanesa
A1 Rodríguez Cano, Sonia
A1 Lozano Álvarez, María
K1 Mindfulness
K1 Virtual reality
K1 Emerging technologies
K1 Well-being
K1 Functional diversity
K1 Atención plena
K1 Mindfulness
K1 Realidad virtual
K1 Virtual reality
AB The integration of virtual reality with mindfulness practice is an effective tool forreducing anxiety levels because it promotes a comprehensive improvement of the educationalprocess and the emotional well-being of students. The aim of this study is to analysethe impact of a mindfulness programme carried out using Virtual Reality with peoplewith functional diversity who are studying Adapted Vocational Training in a secondaryschool. The intervention was carried out for three months, with the aim of improvingtheir attentional and self-regulation skills. This innovative approach allowed studentsto experience immersive environments that facilitate mindfulness practice, significantlyimproving their concentration and reducing anxiety levels. Students who participatedin this case study and used this technology experienced an increase in their ability toconcentrate on tasks, as well as a marked improvement in their emotional well-being. Descriptiveanalyses and guided interviews were conducted with both students and teachersinvolved in the teaching–learning process. The results showed the potential of VirtualReality-mediated mindfulness programmes as an inclusive and powerful strategy to supportlearning and personal development in adapted vocational training environments. Thestudy highlights its innovation in personalising learning, reducing anxiety, and improvingattentional skills through Virtual Reality. It contributes by providing empirical evidencethat supports the development of educational programmes and promotes mental health inthe educational context
PB MDPI
YR 2025
FD 2025-02
LK https://hdl.handle.net/10259/11779
UL https://hdl.handle.net/10259/11779
LA eng
DS Repositorio Institucional de la Universidad de Burgos
RD 04-jun-2026