Results of the Pilot study of the MBRT program were presented by members of the MBRT project team from FriendlyCare and Ateneo de Manila University - Department of Psychology at the Psychological Association of the Philippines (PAP) Annual Convention on September 25-27, 2025, in Cebu City. This opportunity enabled dissemination of research findings to a broader academic and professional audience. Quantitative and qualitative results from the pilot study were presented in an organized symposium.
For the quantitative findings, results that indicate that the Mindfulness-Based Resilience Training (MBRT) Program was effective in enhancing resilience and promoting positive psychological outcomes among frontline workers were presented. Specifically, significant improvements were observed in work satisfaction, burnout, and anxiety levels from pre- to post-intervention, suggesting that mindfulness-based approaches can serve as practical tools for supporting well-being in high-stress occupational settings.
Following this, qualitative results that substantiate and enrich the quantitative outcomes were presented to provide insight into how participants experienced and made sense of the Mindfulness-Based Resilience Training (MBRT) Program. It was highlighted in the presentation that participants consistently emphasized the value of core mindfulness practices, particularly mindful breathing and movement, which fostered self-care, awareness, and resilience in the context of frontline work. These activities were then perceived as both practical and restorative, helping participants reconnect with themselves and manage the emotional and physical demands of their roles.
Through this organized research symposium, the team was able to present the significant findings from the successful run of pilot study in May to July of 2025 in Valenzuela City. Valuable insights from participants were also noted to provide input to the program developers for its refinement.
Aside from the presentation in the research convention, the project team members who attended the event had the chance to join other research presentations related to the field, bringing home with them a wider perspective of progress in psychology.