In the Problem Lies the Solution: How Digital Mindfulness Can Address the College Students’ Mental Health Crisis and Support Holistic Education

Authors

• Steve Haberlin, University of Central FloridaFollow

Submission Type

Special Issue (Convergence of Science and Spirituality)

Abstract

The mental health of today’s college students remains a serious concern. The alarming trend of greater psychological distress among undergraduates shows no signs of slowing. Excessive smartphone usage, screen time, and social media have been attributed as partial factors. However, what if forms of digital mindfulness and technology-assisted contemplative practices are the key to assisting students with stress, anxiety, depression and other problems? In this article, the author posits that innovations, such as neurofeedback-loop meditation platforms that dramatically increase focus, virtual reality platforms featuring in depth-meditation instruction, and Artificial Intelligence have the potential to address the crisis, establishing a refreshed form of holistic education, where science, spirituality, and whole-person education coexist.

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Recommended Citation

Haberlin, Steve (2026) "In the Problem Lies the Solution: How Digital Mindfulness Can Address the College Students’ Mental Health Crisis and Support Holistic Education," Journal of Contemplative and Holistic Education: Vol. 4: Iss. 2, Article 10.
Available at: https://scholarworks.bgsu.edu/jche/vol4/iss2/10