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,...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Psychol Rep
July 20, 2026
The Orientation on Being Program: A Prospective Pilot Study Comparing Its Results With the Standard Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Program.
Psychol Health Med
July 19, 2026
Comparative effectiveness of face-to-face and digital mindfulness-based interventions on maternal mental health resilience to psychological distress: a systematic review and meta-analysis.
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...
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...
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,...
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...
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...
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...
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,...
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,...
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...
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...
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....
July 18, 2026
Sarah Strohmaier, Bruno Cayoun, Alice Shires et al.
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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...
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...
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...
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...