Intersection of Psychology, Esotericism, and Cultural Development
July 16, 2026
Rachna Garg, Shivani Goel, Sneha Goel
The modern quest for psychological well-being increasingly draws from both scientific and spiritual traditions. This proposed chapter explores how mindfulness, rooted in Eastern esotericism, and cognitive-behavioral approaches, grounded in Western psychology, converge to foster resilience and emotional balance among elderly populations. With age-related transitions often accompanied by...
Research Square
February 4, 2026
Rachna Garg, Shivani Goel, Sneha Goel
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Abstract Personality-based differences play a critical role in determining individual responsiveness to psychological interventions; however, traditional personality models often fail to explain variability in mindfulness-based outcomes. Recently, the Otrovert construct, proposed by Kaminski (2025), has emerged as a novel personality orientation emphasizing adaptive self-regulation and...
Journal of Ecophysiology and Occupational Health
December 2, 2025
Rachna Garg, Shubhagata Awasthi, Naveen Gupta
The rising incidence of depression and anxiety among the elderly is a growing public health concern. While pharmacological treatments are widely used, they often present challenges such as side effects and dependency, highlighting the need for evidence-based psychotherapeutic alternatives. Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (MBCBT) integrates mindfulness techniques with cognitive...
Journal of Neonatal Surgery
May 8, 2025
Rachna Garg, Shubhagata Awasthi, Naveen Gupta
This study investigates the effectiveness of a 10-week Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (MBCBT) intervention in reducing symptoms of depression, anxiety, and stress among elderly individuals. Psychological distress is increasingly prevalent in older adults, yet non-pharmacological interventions remain underutilized in geriatric care. Employing a quasi-experimental pre-post design,...
Rachna Garg, Shubhagata Awasthi, Naveen Gupta
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Abstract Background: Mental health challenges, particularly depression and anxiety, are increasingly prevalent among the elderly, highlighting a need for preventative strategies. Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Behavioral Intervention (MBCBI) combines mindfulness techniques with cognitive restructuring to enhance emotional regulation and resilience in older adults. This pilot study examines the...