Mindfulness
September 10, 2026
Joshua Marmara, Warwick Hosking, Siân A. McLean
Abstract Objectives Self-compassion, which incorporates mindfulness, self-kindness, and common humanity, has been linked to greater body appreciation and positive well-being. This randomised controlled trial examined the effects of a brief, self-guided self-compassion meditation intervention, delivered without appearance-focused instructions, on body appreciation, positive well-being,...
Mindfulness
September 9, 2026
Liqian Bao, Kechen Xu
Abstract Objectives Hemodialysis is an essential life-sustaining therapy for kidney failure patients, who frequently develop diverse psychological and physical symptoms. Mindfulness is a promising psychological construct, and multiple intervention programs developed from this construct can serve as viable complementary treatments; however, the implementation protocols of such...
Mindfulness
September 8, 2026
Elisa Roma, Assaf Givati
Abstract Background Mindfulness-based interventions (MBIs) are increasingly implemented to promote psychological wellbeing in later life. Although emerging evidence suggests that MBIs may improve wellbeing among older adults, fewer studies have examined the factors influencing their acceptability. Acceptability is often inferred from attendance or adherence, which may overlook the cognitive and...
Mindfulness
September 7, 2026
Ben C. L. Yu, Floria H. N. Chio, Hin Tak Sik et al.
Abstract Objectives Mindfulness is widely recognized as a multidimensional construct, though some of its components have faced criticism. Nonjudgment, operationalized as approaching inner experiences without evaluation, is one such debated aspect. In contrast, discernment emphasizes the importance of actively assessing the wholesomeness of mental states. This study investigated which of these...
Mindfulness
September 1, 2026
Lindsay Tremblay, William Van Gordon, James Elander
Abstract Objectives Nonattachment, defined as the capacity to relate to internal experiences, identities, and external circumstances without clinging, avoidance, or over-identification, has been associated with reduced psychological distress and enhanced well-being, yet its deliberate cultivation within trauma-focused interventions remains underexplored. This study evaluated Nonattachment for...
Mindfulness
August 31, 2026
Gregory Kramer, Fabio Giommi
This paper aimed to present a conceptual framework that facilitates integrating early Buddhist psychology with contemporary psychotherapy. It was conceptual in scope, rooted in the framework of the early Buddhist teachings. While grounded in contemplative and clinical experience, it selectively integrated contemporary scholarship from psychotherapy, contemplative neuroscience, and Buddhist...
Mindfulness
August 27, 2026
Sally S. Wynn, Rachel Ricks, Unurzaya Amarsaikhan et al.
Anxiety and depressive symptoms are elevated among musicians, including student musicians. This study examined whether trait mindfulness was associated with musicianship indicators and mental health symptoms in undergraduate instrumental musicians. Musicianship indicators included instrument category, weekly practice time, and use of deliberate practice techniques. Undergraduate instrumental...
Mindfulness
August 25, 2026
Madhura Phansikar, Megan E. Fisher, Elizabeth Jean Duraney et al.
Abstract Objectives The current study examined the efficacy of mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR), compared with an active control lifestyle education program (LifeEd), in improving fluid and driving-related cognition in older adults. Dose–response associations between mindfulness practice and treatment gains were also examined. Method One hundred fifty participants were randomized to...
Mindfulness
August 21, 2026
Pernille Aakjær Mikkelsen, Eva Gemzøe Mikkelsen, Lars Kjartan Bacher Svendsen et al.
Abstract Objectives This study explored employees’ perceptions of a forthcoming mindfulness-based intervention (MBI) initiated by management in small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Method Qualitative data from a quasi-experimental trial of a workplace-MBI in Danish SMEs were analysed. The intervention included (1) a mandatory introductory session on mental health and mindfulness, (2)...
Mindfulness
August 20, 2026
Hin Hung Sik, Sabin Maharjan, Junling Gao
Abstract Objectives Mindful breathing is widely practiced for health, well-being, and contemplative development, yet novices often experience confusion, tension, or frustration when instructions lack neurophysiological clarity. This theoretical paper introduces the Interoceptive Sensitivity for Attentional–Autonomic Alignment (ISAAA) model as a structured, neurophysiology-informed framework for...
Mindfulness
August 20, 2026
Qiqi Ouyang, Qinling Dai, Jilin Li et al.
Abstract Objectives The present study employed functional near-infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS) to investigate the effects of virtual companionship on prefrontal cortical activation patterns during mindfulness practice, and to examine whether virtual companionship can enhance post-mindfulness psychophysiological states. Method Sixty healthy college students were recruited and randomly assigned to...
Mindfulness
August 19, 2026
Neng Daris Salamah Elmi Putri Sibron, Boglarka Vekety, Alexander Logemann et al.
Abstract Background Mindfulness-based interventions (MBIs) for children are gaining interest. The evidence base, however, is not clear regarding the benefits. While some authors have challenged whether there are substantial benefits to children and adolescents, previous research found MBIs the most promising intervention avenue to foster children’s executive function (EF) skills—although based...
Mindfulness
August 15, 2026
Rosalind McAlpine, Merve Utanğaç, Joanna Kuć et al.
Abstract Objectives Emerging research suggests that meditation may support more beneficial psychedelic experiences while reducing the likelihood of lasting negative effects, yet its specific preparatory benefits remain underexplored. This study aimed to investigate the perceived utility of meditation as a preparatory tool for enhancing positive outcomes and reducing negative effects during...
Mindfulness
August 14, 2026
Milou M Ter Avest, Loes HC Nissen, Sabien JE Bosman et al.
Abstract Objectives The high psychological burden of inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD) underscores the need for effective and feasible psychological treatment options. This study aimed to explore the acceptability and feasibility of mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT) for adults with IBD. Method This mixed-methods study was embedded in a multicenter randomized controlled trial on the...
Mindfulness
August 11, 2026
Ragnhild Heldal, Maren Skredsvig, Frida Galtung Døsvig Hoff et al.
Abstract Objectives Although mindfulness has been widely studied in group-based interventions, less is known about how therapists integrate mindfulness into individual psychotherapy. This is a critical gap, given the differences in therapeutic dynamics and the increased flexibility required in one-to-one formats. The aim of this study was to investigate how therapists think about and apply...
Mindfulness
August 5, 2026
Hang Yang, Bruno Herbelin, Elena Pecchini et al.
Abstract Objectives Regular self-compassion practice is associated with improved mental health by fostering kindness toward one’s suffering and relying on self-related processes like perspective-taking. It is not known whether recently described self-related processes that rely on multisensory bodily signals, induced by exposing participants to an avatar and multisensory stimulation, also...
Mindfulness
August 5, 2026
Brendan T. Hutchinson, Joanna Kuczynska, Julia Uddén et al.
Abstract Objectives Trait mindfulness—one’s disposition toward non-judgmental awareness of present-moment experience—has been associated with various affective and cognitive outcomes. One proposed mechanism is that this kind of mindfulness attenuates the tendency to become attached to some experiences and avoid others. In line with this, a previous study reported that trait mindfulness reduced...
Mindfulness
August 3, 2026
Davide Anchisi, Brenno Ros, Luigino Sepulcri
Abstract Objectives Meditation may help athletes optimize performance, but measuring competitive results alone fails to isolate its specific effects. The present study evaluated whether meditation practice, in conjunction with stability exercises, improves body balance, a foundational skill relevant for action execution and athletic performance. Method High school students ( n = 81) were...
Mindfulness
August 3, 2026
Or Burstein, Zipi Teshale Zevin, Or Lipschits et al.
Abstract Objectives This non-randomized feasibility study evaluated the Integrative Mindfulness-Based Infant Parenting Program (IMIP), a mindfulness-based intervention designed for the unique demands of parenting during infancy, including in high-risk contexts such as preterm birth. We sought to assess the feasibility of IMIP delivery and evaluation and to descriptively characterize pre–post...
Mindfulness
August 1, 2026
Kevin Berryman, Linda Barclay, Craig Hassed et al.
Abstract Recent concerns about meditation-related adverse effects (MRAEs) have led to calls for more rigorous informed consent in mindfulness-based interventions (MBIs). This paper examines whether consent procedures are warranted, and under what circumstances, and of what kind, across the diverse settings in which mindfulness is delivered. Drawing on bioethics and the informed consent...
Mindfulness
August 1, 2026
Yubing Wang
Abstract Objectives Physical activity and meditation may each relate to mental health, but their joint associations in U.S. adults are unclear. We examined the separate and joint associations of any past-year meditation and meeting physical activity (PA) guidelines with depression and anxiety symptoms. Method We analyzed data from the 2022 National Health Interview Survey Sample Adult file ( n...
Mindfulness
July 29, 2026
Chloe Wells, William Van Gordon, Paul Barrows
A cancer diagnosis often triggers profound psychological distress and existential uncertainty. While first-generation mindfulness-based interventions are widely utilised, research on second-generation mindfulness-based interventions (SG-MBIs), such as Meditation Awareness Training (MAT), remains limited in oncology. MAT integrates traditional contemplative practices, including compassion,...
Mindfulness
July 27, 2026
Anat Atiya Malki, Ricardo Tarrasch
Abstract Objectives This study examined the impact of a mindfulness-based intervention on preschoolers chronically exposed to cross-border missile attacks and violence. Prolonged exposure to such hostilities has been linked to elevated levels of anxiety and behavioral difficulties in a substantial proportion of affected children. The primary objective was to reduce posttraumatic stress disorder...
Mindfulness
July 22, 2026
Kate Gliske, Gretchen Buchanan, Delaina Carlson et al.
Maternal mental health during pregnancy and the postpartum period is critical for offspring’s well-being. Mindfulness-based programs (MBPs) are evidence-based approaches that reduce psychological distress such as depression, anxiety, and stress while promoting well-being. MBPs may be particularly suited to the perinatal period, given concerns about psychotropic medication use during pregnancy...
Mindfulness
July 22, 2026
Matthias A. Burzler, Sebastian Grund, Ulrich S. Tran
Abstract Objectives This study aimed to investigate therapists’ experiences regarding dispositional and cultivated mindfulness. It explores the role and order of the Five Facet Mindfulness Questionnaire (FFMQ) skills in the process of mindfulness cultivation, definitions of dispositional and cultivated mindfulness, the specific skills and techniques taught by professionals, and the theoretical...