Health Psychology Research
September 10, 2026
Vinu Vijayakumar, Mahesh Pudukudru Anand, Srikanth N. Jois et al.
Background: In pranic healing, a naturopathic biofield (prana) therapy, wellness is achieved by balancing life energy, also known as prana. Studies confirm its effectiveness in lowering rates of depression and anxiety, along with improving sleep quality and functional health. Objective: To evaluate the effects of mass pranic healing (MPH) on lung function and physical performance among...
Health Psychology Research
July 29, 2026
Antimo Natale, Cecilia Chiarenza, Gabriele Avincola et al.
Background: Burnout, anxiety, depression, insomnia, and impaired mentalizing are common among mental health trainees, potentially impacting well-being and quality of care. Mindfulness-based interventions have shown promise in mitigating these issues. Incorporating such programs into postgraduate training may offer proactive support during a critical developmental stage. Objective: This study...
Health Psychology Research
October 17, 2025
Mohammad Al-Magableh, Wanas Shtaiyat, Maram A. Alkhalidi et al.
Background Sleep paralysis (SP) is characterized by rapid eye movement, sleep atonia, brain wakefulness, and a hypervigilant state. Objective This study assesses the predictive factors and characteristics of SP episodes among university students. Methods A self-reported questionnaire was administered through the university’s email to students from Jordan. It inquired about SP, sleep hygiene,...
Health Psychology Research
August 26, 2025
Sami M. Alshammari, A. Shaheen, Abdulrahman Z. Alshammari et al.
Background Patients with end-stage renal disease (ESRD) face significant physical and psychological challenges, highlighting the need for effective supportive interventions. Mindfulness meditation (MM) has emerged as a promising intervention for these patients. Objective This study examines the effects of MM on the quality of sleep, perceived stress, and levels of serum cortisol and C-reactive...
Health Psychology Research
January 16, 2025
Alice Branton, Mahendra Kumar Trivedi, Dahryn Trivedi et al.
3 citations
Background Biofield therapies can be administered in person (hands-on treatment) or remotely, and this study focuses on the latter. A literature review did not find any reports on the effectiveness of remote biofield energy /blessing therapy in enhancing cognition and motor function performance in adults. Objective The aim of this study was to examine the effect of distant/remote blessing...
Health Psychology Research
October 6, 2022
Amber N. Edinoff, Natalie W. Wu, Bryce Bonin et al.
11 citations
Even as prescription opioid dispensing rates have begun to decrease, the use of illicit opioids such as heroin and fentanyl has increased. Thus, the end of the opioid epidemic is not in sight, and treating patients that are addicted to opioids remains of utmost importance. Currently, the primary pharmacotherapies used to treat opioid addiction over the long term are the opioid antagonist...
Health Psychology Research
June 22, 2021
Sahar Derakhshanian, Maxine Zhou, Alexander Rath et al.
21 citations
PURPOSE OF REVIEW: This is a comprehensive review of the literature regarding the use of ketamine as a treatment for treatment-resistant depression (TRD). It covers the epidemiology, risk factors, pathophysiology, and current treatment modalities regarding Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) and TRD. It provides background on the mechanism of action of ketamine, its history, current approved and...