Midterm 1 Chp1

Question 1

1.Give a working definition of meditation that accommodates the two common goals of the practice.

Question 2

2.Are certain meditation styles ‘preferred’ over others?

Question 3

3.Describe the demographic features that are most commonly associated with meditation. Why is considering demographic information important?

Question 4

Why it is important to break down a meditation style into its constituent ‘elements’? What are some ‘elements’ of meditation that are common to many meditative practices?

Question 5

5.Explain why it is important to consider lifestyle and ideology (specifically philosophy/religion) when evaluating the effects of meditation.

Question 6

6.Differentiate mindfulness and transcendental meditation. How do they differ in their features, goals and effects?

Question 7

7.Define mindfulness. What is the difference between the trait of mindfulness, mindfulness meditation and mindfulness-based treatment interventions (such as mindfulness-based stress reduction)?

Question 8

What tests do we use to measure trait mindfulness? Is any one test particularly preferred?

Question 9

9.Describe the time length of and major activities contained within a mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) program.

Question 10

10.What is loving-kindness meditation? How does it differ from mindfulness meditation?