PsyArXiv
December 31, 2025
Sebastian Ehmann, Nikoloz Mosahvili, Angela White et al.
preprint
Psychedelic substances reliably occasion transient self-transcendent states, including mystical-type experiences, which are theorized to support salutogenic psychological change and long-term well-being. Despite growing interest in these phenomena, little is known about how acute self-transcendent states translate into enduring trait-level changes, or whether individual differences such as...
Mindfulness
November 19, 2025
Sebastian Ehmann, Ryan T. Pohlig, Alejandro Chaoul et al.
1 citation
Abstract Objectives As contemplative science continues to evolve, research has shifted from studying the mental health outcomes of brief meditation programs for novice practitioners to investigating traditional meditative paradigms and their associated advanced soteriological aims. However, empirical studies on meditative development remain limited. Methods The present study examined the...
Current Psychology
September 28, 2021
Michael J. Gawrysiak, Ryan T. Pohlig, Alejandro Chaoul et al.
3 citations
Abstract Abundant research supports the benefits of participating in mindfulness meditation training programs including Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction and Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy. However, these well researched programs include a narrow range of meditation practices and research to date has minimally examined how home practice associates with favorable outcomes. The present...
Journal of Clinical Psychology
August 16, 2017
Michael J. Gawrysiak, S. Grassetti, Jeffrey M Greeson et al.
Objectives Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) promotes numerous psychological benefits, but few studies have identified for whom MBSR is most effective. The current study tested the hypothesis that lower baseline mindfulness invites more “room to grow” and, thus, predicts greater improvement during MBSR. Design We examined three facets of mindfulness (awareness, acceptance, decentering),...
Substance Use & Misuse
April 21, 2017
Ryan C Shorey, Joanna Elmquist, Michael J. Gawrysiak et al.
Background: Substance use disorders are understood as a chronically relapsing condition that is difficult to treat. However, in recent years there have been promising developments in the treatment of substance use disorders, specifically with interventions based on mindfulness and acceptance and commitment therapy. Little research has examined whether these types of interventions may positively...
Journal of Clinical Psychology
December 17, 2014
Ryan C Shorey, Michael J. Gawrysiak, Scott Anderson et al.
Objective: It is imperative that research identifies factors related to depression among individuals in substance use treatment, as depression is associated with substance use relapse. Dispositional mindfulness and spirituality may bear an important role in the relationship between depression and substance use. Method: Using preexisting patient medical records (N = 105), the current study...