Stress Health

ISSN 1532-3005; 1532-2998;

2 papers in the library · publishing 2022-2025

Papers

The A52 Breath Method: A Narrative Review of Breathwork for Mental Health and Stress Resilience.

Stress Health August 1, 2025

This narrative review examines the A52 Breath Method and other breathwork practices for mental health and stress resilience. The authors synthesize existing literature on how controlled breathing techniques may influence physiological and psychological states, including reductions in anxiety, improvements in mood, and enhanced stress resilience. The review discusses mechanisms such as autonomic nervous system regulation and suggests that breathwork shows promise as a low-cost, accessible intervention for mental health, though it notes the need for more rigorous, large-scale studies to confirm efficacy and establish standardized protocols.

DOI: 10.1002/smi.70098 Full text

A multi-method exploration of mindfulness as a coping tool: Perspectives from trauma-exposed, unhoused women residing at a drug treatment facility.

Stress Health August 23, 2022

This multi-method study explores how trauma-exposed, unhoused women residing at a drug treatment facility use mindfulness as a coping tool. The authors present perspectives from the women, highlighting both the benefits and challenges of mindfulness practice in their context. The findings suggest that mindfulness can serve as a valuable coping mechanism, though its effectiveness may be influenced by individual trauma histories and the unstable environment. The study underscores the need for trauma-informed mindfulness interventions tailored to this population.

DOI: 10.1002/smi.3188 Full text