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25 results for "Meta-analysis: What did research on Meditation find in July 2026?"

EEG signatures of mindfulness-based artistic–contemplative sound interventions: a pilot study on aesthetic states of consciousness

Frontiers in Psychology July 28, 2026 Hercules Morais, Débora Regina de Aguiar, Matheus Hissa Lourenço Ferreira et al.

BackgroundMindfulness-based artistic–contemplative interventions, including auditory “sound pills,” have increasingly been investigated using neurophysiological measures such as electroencephalography (EEG) to promote psychological well-being and attentional regulation. However, the neurophysiological mechanisms underlying these interventions remain poorly understood.MethodsThis pilot,...

Effects of Anapana Meditation Technique in School Children

Nepal Journal of Multidisciplinary Research July 26, 2026 Mukti Prasad Pandey

Ānāpāna is a type of meditation in which the incoming and departing natural breaths are used as meditation objects. S.N. Goenka, a vipassana teacher from the Ledi Sayadaw lineage, has created a special meditation course for schoolchildren called 'npnaĀnāpāna,' which has a good impact on their academic and behavioral outcomes. This article seeks to examine the influence of Ānāpāna techniques...

Breath Meditation and Emotional Regulation: Psychosomatic And Neural Mechanisms In A 21-Day Study

Człowiek i Społeczeństwo July 24, 2026 Piotr Cieśla, Magdalena Ciesla, Małgorzata Bernatek

This study investigates the effects of a 21-day breath meditation intervention on emotional well-being, with a focus on the psychosomatic and neural mechanisms of breath regulation. Breath meditation, known to activate the parasympathetic nervous system and reduce physiological markers of stress, has been shown to enhance emotional regulation and improve subjective well-being. The study...

Preserving the Teleworker's Dignity Through Digital Mindfulness Micro-Interventions: A Neurobiological and Biopsychosocial Response to Burnout.

Figshare July 20, 2026 Soraya Rada Marin

This study addresses the critical phenomenon of digital burnout in teleworkers and proposes a paradigm shift focused on preserving human dignity through digital mindfulness micro-interventions (m-Mindfulness).​Approach: Integrating neurobiological, psychological, and social perspectives, the research explores how chronic exposure to digital overload impacts neural pathways associated with...

Leadership support and the informal practice of mindfulness in the military.

Psychological services July 20, 2026 Amy B Adler, Paul D Bliese, Ian A Gutierrez et al.

While research has documented the beneficial effects of greater formal as well as informal mindfulness practice in mindfulness training programs, it is less clear what drives informal practice engagement. In a high-stakes occupational context like the military, where performance is paramount, leader behaviors that support mindfulness training may influence individuals' engagement in informal...

Body Scan, Sitting Meditation, Thought Meditation, or Loving-kindness Meditation: Perceptions of Formal Mindfulness Practices Among Young Adults With and Without Recent Self-injury

Mindfulness July 20, 2026 Julia Petrovic, Jessica Mettler, Julia Baran-Polansky et al.

Individuals with a history of nonsuicidal self-injury (NSSI) often report high self-criticism, emotion dysregulation, and a complex relationship with their body. As such, formal mindfulness practice (i.e., focusing on one’s thoughts, emotions, and body with acceptance) is a common element of prominent approaches to the treatment of NSSI. However, adherence to formal mindfulness practice is...

The Effect of Mindfulness-Based Yoga on Psychological Well-Being and Happiness in Individuals with Schizophrenia: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Journal of Integrative and Complementary Medicine July 20, 2026 Aysel A. Özdemir, Funda Kavak Budak

Objective: To evaluate the effect of a mindfulness-based yoga program on psychological well-being and happiness in individuals diagnosed with schizophrenia. Methods: This randomized controlled trial was conducted between February and August 2024 in two Community Mental Health Centers (CMHCs) located in Malatya, Türkiye. Ninety-six individuals diagnosed with schizophrenia were randomly assigned...

Effects of a Self-Compassion Training Program on Self-Compassion, Discrete Emotions, and Mental Health among Psychology Students: A Randomized Controlled Study With 3-Month Follow-Up

Open MIND July 19, 2026 Eirini Karakasidou, Athina Komninou, Markella Kotzia

Study type: Randomized, controlled, parallel-group trial (retrospective registration; data collection already complete). Rationale/Background: University students training in psychology face elevated academic and emotional demands that place them at risk for stress, anxiety, and depression. This study examined whether a brief self-compassion and mindfulness training program could improve...

Mindful Self-Care Psychoeducation for Emerging Adults: A Pilot Feasibility Study

The Universal Academic Research Journal July 19, 2026 Meltem Ozturk, M. Engin Deniz

Mindful self-care has emerged as a promising framework for supporting mental health by integrating mindfulness principles with intentional self-care practices. Although mindfulness-based and self-care–oriented interventions have been widely studied, structured psychoeducation programs explicitly targeting mindful self-care remain limited, particularly within emerging adult populations.The...

Mindfulness dalam Praktik: Efektifitas Teknik Grounding 5-4-3-2-1 terhadap Fokus Belajar Mahasiswa

Journal of Psychology and Social Sciences July 19, 2026 Dery Kurniawan, Anisa Nur Safira Rizqi, Siti Kholisoh et al.

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pengaruh pelatihan mindfulness terhadap fokus mahasiswa. Pelatihan mindfulness diberikan kepada kelompok eksperimen secara tatap muka (offline) menggunakan pendekatan experiential learning yang menekankan pembelajaran melalui pengalaman langsung dan dengan desain Two Group Posttest Only. Kegiatan pelatihan meliputi penyampaian materi mindfulness,...

Mindfulness Boosts Specific Cognition via Self‐Control and Cognitive Emotion Regulation in Chinese Left‐Behind Children

Family Relations July 19, 2026 Xianhua Liu, J K Chen, Meiyan Zhu et al.

ABSTRACT Background Long‐term parental migration adversely affects cognitive development among left‐behind children (LBC) in China, yet this issue has not received adequate attention and effective interventions are lacking. Objective This study examined the efficacy of a mindfulness‐based intervention (MBI) on specific cognitive functions in LBC, with self‐control (SC) mediating the trait...

Yoga, Meditation, and Breathing Techniques on Stress and Anxiety : A Systematic Literature Review and a Proposal for an Integrated Neurosomatic Mental Health Model

Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research) July 19, 2026 Gönültaş Gökben

The Effects of Yoga, Meditation, and Breathing Techniques on Mental Health: A Systematic Literature Review and Proposal for an Integrated Neurosomatic Mental Health Model Mental health problems associated with stress, anxiety, and reduced psychological well-being have become increasingly prevalent worldwide, highlighting the need for innovative and integrative approaches in mental health care...

Mindfulness and the Law Student: The Guide I Wish I’d Had

Edward Elgar Publishing eBooks July 18, 2026 Austin Charles

This chapter provides a practical guide for establishing and maintaining mindfulness programs in law schools, drawing from the author's experience founding the national Mindfulness in Law Society Student Division. The chapter examines various implementation approaches including presentations, guided practice sessions, multi-week training programs, student-led groups, and retreats. Key...

Mindfulness and Bar Exam Preparation

Edward Elgar Publishing eBooks July 18, 2026 Chad Noreuil

This chapter addresses how a professor can incorporate mindfulness into bar exam preparation. The high-stakes nature of the bar exam can be highly stressful, potentially hindering performance. My bar exam course (and this chapter) provides students with a template for a holistic approach to bar exam studying. This template is rooted in the Zen principles of focus, discipline, awareness,...

Equipping Educators to Lead Mindfulness Practice

Edward Elgar Publishing eBooks July 18, 2026 Scott L. Rogers

This chapter presents a practical framework for training law school personnel to lead short, guided mindfulness sessions, offering a scalable and sustainable model for enhancing student well-being. Drawing on over 15 years of experience leading the Mindfulness in Law Program at the University of Miami School of Law, the author outlines a six-session practicum that equips novices—faculty,...

The Science of Mindfulness: Enhancing Legal Education and Student Resilience

Edward Elgar Publishing eBooks July 18, 2026 Scott L. Rogers, Amishi P. Jha

This chapter explores the role of mindfulness in enhancing resilience, attention, and well-being among law students, drawing on the latest findings in cognitive neuroscience. Legal education places intense cognitive and emotional demands on students, often resulting in stress, anxiety, and cognitive decline. The authors present empirical evidence demonstrating how mindfulness...

How and Why to Teach Self-Compassion—Plus!

Edward Elgar Publishing eBooks July 18, 2026 Clark Freshman

This chapter offers research-based methods for integrating Mindful Self-Compassion (MSC) into law school curricula and professional development. Meta-analyses and other empirical studies demonstrate that MSC enhances resilience, reduces depression and anxiety, mitigates burnout, fosters interpersonal connection, and supports peak performance. MSC complements widely practiced mindfulness...

The Association Between Mindfulness and Perceived Stress: A Meta‐Analysis

Stress and Health July 18, 2026 Nicola S. Schutte, Adam J. Rock

This study consolidated the association of mindfulness with perceived stress found across studies. A meta-analysis examined the relationship between mindfulness and perceived stress in 56 samples, which included a total of 24,494 participants. The weighted effect size of r(55) = -0.40, 95% CI [-0.36, 0-44], p = 0.0001, showed that greater mindfulness was associated with less perceived stress....

Predicting Treatment Outcomes, Attrition, and Enrolment Suitability in Mindfulness-integrated Cognitive Behavior Therapy: Machine Learning and Survival Analyses

July 18, 2026 Sarah Strohmaier, Bruno Cayoun, Alice Shires et al. preprint

Objectives: Mindfulness-integrated Cognitive Behavior Therapy (MiCBT) is an evidence-based, structured, transdiagnostic program. This study investigated three interrelated questions: (a) which characteristics predict initial enrolment suitability following intake assessment. (b) which baseline characteristics predict clinical improvement during MiCBT, (c) which characteristics predict treatment...

Heidegger's Two Modes of Mind: Calculative Seeking, Meditative Receptivity, and Mindfulness Practice

Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research) July 18, 2026 David (daoud) Matta

Martin Heidegger distinguishes between calculative thinking, which computes possibilities and moves from one prospect to another, and meditative thinking, which contemplates the meaning disclosed through what is encountered. This paper argues that Heidegger’s distinction can be interpreted as identifying two experientially recognizable modes of mind: calculative seeking and meditative...

Mindfulness en la educación superior: análisis bibliométrico de cien años de investigación y agenda para los próximos años

Desafíos Economía y Empresa July 17, 2026 José Velíz, Susana Sanchez Arriola

Los estudios bibliométricos sobre la producción científica en el campo del mindfulness o la atención plena son escasos y se limitan a ventanas temporales acotadas. Este trabajo presenta el primer análisis bibliométrico internacional de la producción científica con 4399 documentos sobre mindfulness en la educación superior indexada en Scopus, que cubre el periodo 1916-2021. Se utilizó VOSviewer...

A Machine Learning Framework for Automated Detection of Perceived Stress in Female Students

Journal of Data Science and Intelligent Systems July 17, 2026 Kapil Gupta

Stress is a mental state induced by difficult circumstances. COVID-19 has severely impacted the level of stress and mental health of individuals around the globe. Pharmaceutical treatment (hypnotic or sedative drugs) has shown its ineffectiveness with several unwanted side effects to reduce mental stress. Mindfulness practices have proven their potency to reduce perceived stress (PS) and...