The general public is largely aware of meditation, and there is compelling evidence the practice has health benefits. But many people who are aware of meditation have not tried it, and those who do often struggle to establish a regular practice. The barriers to meditation are generally understood and include a lack of knowledge, a lack of time, and unclear benefits. These barriers present an...
Abstract Objectives The objective of this research was to map the Sussex Mindfulness Meditation (SuMMed) model to US adults, thereby demonstrating its utility for future researchers. Additionally, the research explored engagement with meditation beyond what the model explicitly prescribes, including with apps. This served as a means to offer potential refinements to the model and deepen our...
Medications to treat substance use disorders (SUDs) remain suboptimal or, in the case of stimulants and cannabis, non-existent. Many factors have contributed to this paucity, including the biological complexity of addiction, regulatory challenges, and a historical lack of enthusiasm among pharmaceutical companies to commit resources to this disease space. Despite these headwinds, the recent...