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Hölzel et al study (2011)

Total questions: 20

Worksheet time: 12mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What is the aim of the Hölzel et al study?

a)
To investigate the relationship between diet and mood disorders
b)
To investigate the effects of mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) on brain structure and function.
c)
To analyze the impact of exercise on sleep patterns
d)
To study the effects of caffeine on memory retention
2.

What is localization of function?

a)

The idea that specific brain structures are responsible for certain behaviors.

b)

A technique that focuses on stress reduction, to improve well-being.

c)

The function of different muscles in the body is specific to one action.

d)

The way the brain interprets information.

3.

The researchers were looking for a correlation between MBSR and ...

(a)  

4.

What is the hippocampus?

a)
The hippocampus is a brain structure responsible for memory formation.
b)
The hippocampus is a type of fish found in the Pacific Ocean.
c)
The hippocampus is a musical instrument used in ancient civilizations.
d)
The hippocampus is a type of flower commonly found in gardens.
5.

What was the research method in Hölzel?

a)
Cross-sectional study
b)
Experimental study
c)
Longitudinal study
d)
Case study
6.

What was the duration of the MBSR course?

a)
6 weeks
b)
8 weeks
c)
10 weeks
d)
12 weeks
7.

What was different about week 6 of the MBSR course?

a)

It lasted 1 more hour.

b)

It ended shorter than the prior lessons.

c)

Nothing, it. was the same.

d)

It lasted the full day

8.

What was the homework task?

a)

45 minutes of daily meditation.

b)

45 minutes of weekly meditation.

c)

27 minutes of meditation everyday.

d)

27 minutes twice a week.

9.

What was the criteria for the participants

a)

No meditation within the last 6 months.

b)

No more than four classes in the past 5 years, or 10 classes in their lifetime.

c)

No contradictions for MRI scanning (metallic implants or claustrophobia).

d)

All of the above.

10.

How many participants in the experimental group for Hölzel?

a)
The number of participants in the experimental group for Hölzel was 50
b)
The experimental group for Hölzel had 100 participants
c)

There were 16 participants in the experimental group for Hölzel

d)
The number of participants in the experimental group for Hölzel is not provided in the question.
11.

What does the FFMQ stand for in the Hölzel study?

a)
Four Facet Mindfulness Questionnaire
b)
Mindfulness Assessment Scale
c)
Mindful Attention Awareness Scale
d)
Five Facet Mindfulness Questionnaire
12.

When was the FFMQ taken?

a)

Taken only after by both groups.

b)

Before and after the MBSR by only control group.

c)

Before and after the MBSR by only experimental group.

d)

Before and after the MBSR by both the experimental and control group.

13.

Experimental group was (a)   days apart between pre and post MRI.

14.

Control group was (a)   days apart between pre and post MRI.

15.

Approximately how many minutes of homework were completed by the participants in the Hölzel study?

a)
40 minutes
b)
15 minutes
c)
27 minutes
d)
10 minutes
16.

What were the MRI results from the Hölzel study for the experimental group?

a)
Decreased gray matter density in the cerebellum
b)
No significant changes in brain structure
c)
Increased white matter density in the hippocampus
d)
Increased gray matter density in the hippocampus
17.

What is the conclusion in Hölzel et al?

a)
Mindfulness meditation training has no impact on brain structure
b)
Gray matter concentration remains unchanged after mindfulness meditation training
c)
Mindfulness meditation training only affects white matter concentration
d)
Mindfulness meditation training can lead to changes in gray matter concentration in specific brain regions.
18.

What is a main weakness in generalizability of Hölzel?

a)
Homogeneous participant population
b)
Limited geographical locations
c)
Lack of diverse participant demographics
d)
Small sample size
19.

How is the Hölzel study ethical?

a)
The Hölzel study is ethical due to following ethical guidelines such as obtaining informed consent, ensuring confidentiality, and minimizing harm to participants.
b)
The Hölzel study is ethical because it does not have any control group
c)
The Hölzel study is ethical because it involves deception of participants
d)
The Hölzel study is ethical because it uses minors as participants without parental consent
20.

How is Hölzel et al applicable to everyday life?

a)
By causing increased stress levels and emotional instability
b)
By promoting stress reduction, emotional regulation, and overall well-being through regular practice.
c)
By having no impact on mental health or well-being
d)
By promoting unhealthy coping mechanisms

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