Addressing current challenges in the research and implementation of evidence-based mindfulness programs to generate social impact

During the training school, I gained valuable knowledge and skills that will directly inform my work. First, I deepened my understanding of alternative languages to generate social impact, learning new techniques and approaches that I can apply to disseminate research results among families and children generating social impact. I also gained insights into how consensus methods can be effectively used in developing protocols, such as the quality assurance protocol that EurofamNet developed.

Regarding my specific research objectives, I acquired new perspectives on how to (1) integrate mindfulness and parenting components into existing programs, tailoring them to the unique needs and contexts of parents; (2) assess the effectiveness of these adapted programs, particularly their impact on mindfulness, stress, health, parental efficacy, and emotional intelligence; (3) evaluate the long-term sustainability of the changes brought about by these interventions; and (4) explore the competencies that professionals need to foster meaningful improvements in health, social, and family well-being. The training not only expanded my theoretical understanding but also equipped me with practical skills to apply in future projects.