The Effect of a Self-Compassionate Mindfulness Psychoeducation Program Implemented in Prison on Internalized Stigma, Emotion Regulation, and Forgiveness in Juvenile Delinquents

"The researcher completed the internationally accredited institutional and practical training program titled All About Compassion in 12 Weeks: A Thousand Faces of Compassion, offered by the School of Compassion. Expert opinions were sought from the planning phase of the study for the content of the program, which was designed by the researchers. In developing the content of the Self-Compassionate Mindfulness Psychoeducation Program for Delinquent Adolescents, the opinions of three academic faculty members were consulted. Based on the suggestions received, the session titles of the psychoeducation program were determined as follows:~1. Holding Our Own Hand: Discovering Self-Compassion~2. Discovering Awareness of Thought~3. Understanding Pain, Approaching with Compassion~4. Facing Reality: Acceptance~5. Calm Waters: Forgiveness~6. Moving Forward, Farewell, and a New Beginning."