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Iranian Journal of Public Health

ISSN 2251-6093, 2251-6085

7 papers in the library · 11 citations · publishing 2020-2025

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Effect of Breathing Meditation Program on the Lung Function in Physically Disabled Elderly Individuals.

Iranian Journal of Public Health April 1, 2025 Na-Hyeon Kim

Lung function and respiratory muscle play important roles in the structural function of the respiratory system, and (1, 2) that impaired respiratory muscle may lead to decreased lung function due to as a result of pressure gradients and impaired air exchange across the alveolar surfaces. Aerobic exercise, physical activity, and breathing exercises were effective as intervention therapies....

Effects of Psychological Intervention Based on the Self-Transcendence Theory on the Sleep Quality of Chinese Nurses.

Iranian Journal of Public Health April 1, 2024 Wei Guofang, Wei Zhang, Zhen Zhu

COVID-19 infection is transmitted easily and quickly, exposing medical care workers, especially nursing workers, to tremendous stress. Therefore, identifying the factors influencing the sleep quality of nurses and implementing corresponding interventions are conducive to improving the sleep quality of nurses and enhancing their nursing quality. Form September to December 2022, a survey-based...

DOI: 10.18502/ijph.v53i4.15558 (opens in new tab) Full text (opens in new tab) Epidemic Nurses Self-transcendence theory Sleep disorder

Mindfulness-Based Interventions for Postpartum Depression: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

Iranian Journal of Public Health December 1, 2023 Miaoxiong Yang, Baozhi Song, Yatao Jiang et al. 11 citations

We aimed to investigate the intervention effect of mindfulness-based interventions (MBIs) in patients with postpartum depression. The method of computer and manual keyword retrieval was used to search PubMed, Web of Science, Cochrane Library. Literature included in the study was assessed for quality and meta-analysis was performed using RevMan 5.3 software. Twelve articles were finally included...

Intervention Effect of Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy on Diabetes-Related Distress and Self-Care.

Iranian Journal of Public Health March 2022 Huilan Bao

Diabetes-related distress (DD) will seriously affect the therapeutic effect of diabetes and the physical and mental health of patients if an intervention treatment is not well implemented. We aimed to explore the effect of mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT) on the DD level and self-care capability of patients with diabetes. Sixty-eight patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) were...

DOI: 10.18502/ijph.v51i3.8937 (opens in new tab) Full text (opens in new tab) Diabetes-related distress Intervention effect Mental health Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy +1

Effects of Heartfulness Meditation Practices on Control of Alzheimer's Disease: A Comprehensive Review.

Iranian Journal of Public Health December 1, 2021 Kamaraj Arunachalam, Kalyana Sundaram Chandran

Progressive stress levels, aging and less care on mental health among adults lead to a decline in neurophysiological functioning and diminish the performance of working memory. Regular practice of meditation through Heartfulness will enhance mental health and thereby considerably reduce the risks of Alzheimer's disease. This review article was carried out from the literature available on...

DOI: 10.18502/ijph.v50i12.7925 (opens in new tab) Full text (opens in new tab) Alzheimer’s disease Heartfulness meditation Literature Qualitative research

Effect of Mindfulness Yoga on Depression Severity, Self-Esteem, and Quality of Life in Middle-Aged Men

Iranian Journal of Public Health July 5, 2021 Hyunwoo Kang, Seyong Jang

Background: We aimed to conduct a mindfulness yoga program to treat the psychological problems of middle-aged men by examining the effects of a mindfulness yoga program on depression, self-esteem, and quality of life in this population. Methods: The participants included 50 middle-aged men (aged 40–60 yr) living in Seongnam-si, Korea. Twenty-five men were randomly assigned to the experimental...

Effects of Mindfulness Training on Psychological Capital, Depression, and Procrastination of the Youth Demographic

Iranian Journal of Public Health September 1, 2020 Li Li, Mu Li

Background: The incidence rate of depression in youth demographic increases year by year. High-level psychological capital is conducive to relieving depression, and mindfulness training is an effective psychotherapy. We aimed to investigate the influences of mindfulness training on psychological capital, depression, and procrastination, thereby providing a direction for psychotherapy in the...