P02.107. Mindfulness and emotion regulation: the mediating role of coping self-efficacy

Purpose Mindfulness, the nonjudgmental awareness of present moment experiences, has received increased scientific attention for its role in promoting mental health. Specifically, mindfulness is associated with fewer difficulties regulating negative emotional states. Recent research has identified mediators of this relationship, including decreased rumination and greater positive emotions. Coping self-efficacy, one’s perceived ability to effectively manage stressors, might be another important mediator, as Eastern philosophy contends that passive rather than active action can enhance a sense of personal control. The purpose of this study was to test whether coping selfefficacy mediated the relationships between specific mindfulness skills and emotion regulation difficulties.