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

Mindfulness Interventions on Mental Health in Working Adults: A Scoping Review.

Healthcare (Basel, Switzerland) February 28, 2026 Edgar Vásquez-Carrasco, Vanesa Bruna, Javiera Barraza et al.

Background: This scoping review aimed to identify and synthesize the evidence on mindfulness-based interventions targeting mental health outcomes in working adults. Methods: A comprehensive search was conducted in four electronic databases (PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, and OTseeker) up to October 2025. The review followed PRISMA-ScR guidelines. Methodological quality was evaluated using the...

Effectiveness of Group Counseling with Mindful Breathing Technique in Reducing Student Anxiety

Journal of General Education and Humanities February 28, 2026 Sakina Rasido, Dhevy Puswiartika, Ikhlas Rasido et al.

Adolescent anxiety is a growing mental health concern, with prevalence reaching 3.7% in Indonesia, yet practical and effective school-based interventions remain limited. This study aims to examine the effectiveness of group counseling with the mindful breathing technique in reducing anxiety among students at SMA Model Terpadu Madani Palu. An experimental method with a Pretest-Posttest Control...

Feasibility of a Digital Mindfulness Intervention for Stress Reduction Among Dental Students: A Pilot Study

South African Dental Journal February 28, 2026 Jeanine Fourie, Carla Kotzé, Hamza Hendricks et al.

To evaluate the feasibility, uptake and preliminary effects of an app-based mindfulness meditation intervention on perceived stress among undergraduate dental students in South Africa.

CONCEPT OF MANAS IN AYURVEDA AND ITS ROLE IN PSYCHOPHYSIOLOGICAL REGULATION: AN INTEGRATIVE REVIEW

International Journal of Research in Ayurveda and Pharmacy February 28, 2026 Rina Arun Jadhav, Manjunatha Adiga

Ayurveda describes health as a state of dynamic balance between Sharira(body), Indriya (Sensory and motor systems), Manas (Mind), and Atma (Conscious self), and places strong emphasis on the role of Manas in both the origin and recovery of disease. Classical texts identify Rajas (Hyperarousal) and Tamas (Hypoarousal) as manasika dosha (mental regulatory patterns) and explain Prajnaparadha...

Meta-analysis of mindfulness-based stress reduction for cancer-related fatigue: evidence from randomized controlled trials and implications for clinical practice.

Psychology, Health & Medicine February 28, 2026 Lin Wang, Zehao Yan, Xinran Zhang et al.

This study aims to explore the effects of mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) on alleviating fatigue symptoms in cancer patients during treatment. Cancer-related fatigue is a common and persistent clinical symptom that affects approximately 60% to 90% of patients, diminishing their quality of life and potentially interfering with treatment adherence. In recent years, this integrative...

A Mixed Methods Study on the Effects of a Compassion Meditation Program on Ego Integrity and Depression among Older Adults

Korean Journal of Social Welfare February 28, 2026 Sun Young Yun

본 연구는 서구의 마음챙김 자기연민(MSC) 프로그램을 한국 노인의 인지•정서적 특성에 부합하도록 ‘감각 회상 통합’ 구조로 재구성한 연민명상 프로그램의 효과를 검증하였다. 수도권에 거주하는 노인 10명을 대상으로 12회기 집단 프로그램을 실시하고, 혼합연구방법을 적용하였다. 양적 자료는 윌콕슨 부호순위 검정을 통해 분석하였으며, 질적 자료는 주제 분석법을 활용하였다. 연구 결과, 신체 감각 중심 개입은 노인의 신체적 안전기지를 형성하여 자기친절을 촉진하였고, 인생 곡선을 활용한 회상은 고립감을 유의하게 감소시키며(p = .024) 고통의 보편성 인식을 통해 자아통합을 촉진하는 과정으로 나타났다. 또한 실존적 마음챙김은 우울 수준을 유의하게 감소시키며(p = .049), 죽음 수용을 매개로 삶의...

Impact of Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy on Trajectory of Mood States in Patients with Chronic Pain: A Retrospective Observational Study of Within-Session Evaluations

Journal of Clinical Medicine February 28, 2026 Chisato Tanaka, Yuta Shinohara, Saki Takaoka et al.

Background/Objectives: Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) is a well-documented treatment option for chronic pain. However, few studies have examined the emotional state experienced by participants with chronic pain during the sessions. This study aimed to assess the trajectory of mood experiences in an MBCT program and evaluate the effect on temporal mood state. Methods: The Temporary...

A healing triad: An analysis of Mindfulness Based Stress reduction (MBSR) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) through a lens of Gurdjieff’s phenomenology of awareness

Advances in Neuron Sciences February 28, 2026 Daniel D. Haldeman

Since its introduction in 1972 by Jon Kabat-Zinn, Mindfulness Based Interventions (MBIs) have progressively become part of medical and mental health protocols, and many levels of society. Barker [1] points out that MBIs have become a popular and paradigmatic alternative healing practice and one of the frequently used tools from the toolbox of contemporary Mind-Body or Integrative medicine. Two...

THE EFFECT OF MINDFULNESS THERAPY AS A STRATEGY FOR STRESS PREVENTION AND MANAGEMENT IN WORKERS: A SYSTEMATIC REVIEW

Indonesian Journal of Community Health Nursing February 28, 2026 Tanti Yuniarti, Henny Permatasari, Indah Permata Sari

Introduction: Work-related stress is a common concern in contemporary work environments, affecting employees physical and psychological health. It is essential to identify effective interventions to mitigate stress and its associated health risks. Mindfulness-based interventions (MBIs) have gained attention as promising methods for stress reduction and mental health improvement. This systematic...

Advancing Culturally-Informed Mindfulness for Parkinson's and Equity Reflections -A Conceptual and Reflective Commentary

February 27, 2026 Lourdu Mary, Adhikari Prabha, K. Udayakumara et al.

A written communication in response to Kwok et al., (2025) recent article 'Enhancing Whole-Person Care Through Mindfulness: Qualitative Insights from Patients with Parkinson's Disease' published in Mindfulness, and commend their qualitative insights on mindfulnessbased rehabilitation in Parkinson's disease (PD). The study's three emergent themes "reshaping illness experience through...

The Effect of Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) on Anxiety Levels of Hemodialysis Patients at RSD KRMT Wongsonegoro, Semarang City

International Journal Of Health Science February 27, 2026 Hestami Kerenika Riyanti, Dwi Nur Aini

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is identified by a decrease in the glomerular filtration rate (GFR <60 mL/min/1.73) over a period of more than three months. Patients undergoing hemodialysis often experience anxiety due to the intense therapy routine and lifestyle limitations. This condition requires effective anxiety management. This study analyzes the effect of Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction...

Optimization of Psychological Wellbeing in Coronary Heart Patients through Mindfulness Therapy

Jurnal Pengabdian Masyarakat dan Penelitian Thawalib February 27, 2026 Milya Novera, Anggra Trisna Ajani, Ricvan Dana Nindrea et al.

Coronary artery disease (CAD) is one of the leading causes of morbidity and mortality worldwide, including in Indonesia. Patients with CAD frequently experience psychological burdens such as stress, anxiety, and depression, which negatively affect their quality of life and disease prognosis. At the community level, particularly in Puskesmas Lubuk Buaya, cases of coronary heart disease remain...

The Effects of Mindfulness Techniques on Anxiety, Depression, and Stress, with an Emphasis on Gratitude: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Healthcare February 27, 2026 Mădălina Sarca, Adriana Cojocaru, Raluca Dumache et al.

Background/Objectives: Mental health conditions such as anxiety, depression, and stress remain among the leading global causes of disability. Mindfulness-Based Interventions (MBIs) have gained increasing attention as effective non-pharmacological strategies for reducing psychological distress. Methods: This systematic review examined 30 randomized controlled trials and quasi-experimental...

Path to Executive Performance and Well-Being: Applying Raja Yoga in Modern Business

Preprints.org February 27, 2026 Saran Singh preprint

This paper examines the application of Raja Yoga, an ancient contemplative practice rooted in Patanjali's Yoga Sutras, to address the distinctive challenges faced by contemporary business persons. In an era characterised by unprecedented stress, distraction, and disconnection, business professionals struggle with mental instability, anxiety, and diminished well-being, which adversely affect...

Understanding Cognitive Neuroscience of Meditation for the Well-being of Humankind: A Comprehensive Review

Journal of medicine and health research February 27, 2026 Amandeep Kaur, P. Gill, Deepinder Kaur

Meditation is a family of self-regulation exercises that train attention and awareness and produce measurable neurobiological adaptations, including increased cortical thickness in the left hippocampus and posterior Cingulate Cortex and enhanced functional connectivity between the prefrontal cortex and the default mode network, which reflects improved emotional regulation and neuroplasticity....

Mindful Parenting for Caregivers of Children with Neurodevelopmental Disorder Diagnosis

Children February 26, 2026 P Muratori, Alessia Catarina, Anna Conversano et al.

Background/Objectives: The aim of this pilot study was to examine the effect of an eight-session mindful parenting intervention on parents’ mindfulness and parenting dimensions. Methods: The intervention was delivered to parents of children with Neurodevelopmental Disorder Diagnosis, followed in a child psychiatry hospital. The sample included 63 adults (40 females; mean age = 44 years). At the...

Dynamic causal modeling of low-density resting-state EEG in long-term meditation practitioners

Scientific Reports February 26, 2026 Gianluca Rho, Francesco Bossi, Ngawang Norbu et al.

Meditation is a complex cognitive practice associated with significant neurophysiological changes, particularly in long-term practitioners. These individuals represent an ideal human model for investigating neural changes associated to their consistent, frequent, and sustained cognitive engagement. However, in Western societies, long-term practitioners are relatively rare compared to Eastern...

Not all mantra meditations are equal: Emergence of divergent alpha oscillatory dynamics across mantras

bioRxiv Preprint Server February 26, 2026 Angqi Li, Julio Rodriguez-Larios, Mengsen Zhang et al. preprint

The study of contemplative practices has evolved into a mature field, yet current taxonomies tend to classify all mantra-based meditation approaches as a single category, overlooking potentially different neural states induced by different mantras or different instructions. To address this gap, we conducted a study of 50 novice subjects practicing two types of mantra-based meditation over a six...

Meditation awareness training (MAT) for people living with cancer: A thematic analysis of weekly diary reflections

Journal of Psychosocial Oncology February 25, 2026 Chloe Wells, William van Gordon, Paul Barrows

BACKGROUND: A cancer diagnosis presents significant psychological challenges, often resulting in lasting distress and dis-ruption to daily life. Mindfulness-based interventions (MBIs) are increasingly recognized as vital components of supportive oncology care. Second-generation MBIs (SG-MBIs), such as Meditation Awareness Training (MAT), integrate Buddhist wisdom principles such as...

Subjective Perceptions of South Korean Meditation Teachers on Meditation Teaching Competencies in the Age of Artificial Intelligence

Religions February 25, 2026 Myoung Jin Hong, Song Yi Lee 1 citation

This study investigates how South Korean meditation teachers conceptualize core professional competencies in digitally delivered and AI-mediated contemplative contexts, addressing a gap in prior research that has emphasized effectiveness and technological scalability over teachers’ own understandings of authority and professionalism. Using Q methodology, the study identified shared subjective...

Changes in biofield measures and experienced states during meditation and breathwork practices: an uncontrolled feasibility study

Frontiers in Psychology February 25, 2026 Natalie L. Dyer, Meredith Sprengel, Ivo V. Stuldreher et al.

Background: The human body radiates multiple biological fields which can be measured with sensors directly on or off the body. These electromagnetic fields are hypothesized to be altered by mind and body practices. The primary goal of the current study was to evaluate the feasibility of continuous multi-sensor monitoring during meditation and breathwork practices. It also explored methods to...

Quality of Life, Healthcare Use and Cost of Practice From a Nationally-Representative Australian Survey to Inform Future Economic Evaluations of Contemplative Practices

Mindfulness February 25, 2026 Cate Bailey, Nicholas T. van Dam, Jonathan N. Davies et al.

Abstract Objectives The prevalence of mental health disorders globally is increasing, and contemplative practices (such as meditation/mindfulness) are recommended by many health professionals to address this issue. These practices now need to be carefully evaluated for safety, effectiveness, and cost-effectiveness. We aimed to investigate key data to inform future economic evaluations in this...