Previous studies have examined how the COVID-19 pandemic affected dream recall, dream content, and nightmares. However, relatively little attention has been devoted to the individual and situational factors associated with pandemic-induced changes in dreams. The threat simulation theory of dreaming predicts that threatening situations in our waking life (situational factors) influence...
The global population is experiencing rapid aging, and the mental health needs of older adults have become an urgent public health concern, with anxiety levels becoming increasingly prevalent among older adults. In Thailand, stress and anxiety among older adults are anticipated to double in the next decade. Neuroticism, characterized by emotional instability and an impulse for negative...
The present study has two overarching research aims: first, to systematically examine the connection between dispositional mindfulness and anxiety among undergraduate students; second, to empirically test the mediating roles of rumination and sleep quality within this specific bivariate association, the present study recruited 767 undergraduate students (337 males, 430 females). The MAAS,...
Mindfulness and hope are both associated with well-being, yet their orientations—present-focused awareness versus future-directed striving—are seemingly at odds. Moreover, limited research addresses them simultaneously. We investigated the relationship between mindfulness and hope, assessing their associations with psychological well-being. A cross-sectional survey of 145 undergraduates (Mage =...
CureusApril 1, 2026Pouya Azar, James Wong, Mohammadali Nikoo et al.
Developing and evaluating non-pharmacological treatments is critical for optimizing pain management and reducing dependence on opioids, as well as mitigating opioid-induced adverse effects. One promising approach involves the use of virtual reality (VR)- and augmented reality (AR)-guided mindfulness techniques. We examined the clinical utility of the Mindfulness app on the Apple Vision Pro...
This paper provides a comprehensive review of the integration of yoga and meditation into school Physical Education (PE) curricula, examining their multifaceted impact on student well-being and academic outcomes. Traditional PE programs, primarily focused on physical fitness, often overlook critical mental and emotional health needs. Yoga and meditation, as holistic mind-body practices, address...
This study explored the effects and change processes of a non-face-to-face mindfulness meditation program for a male office worker experiencing occupational stress and status anxiety. The participant completed an eight-session, Zoom-based program, and the data were analyzed using a qualitative single case study approach. Analysis revealed that the process of change evolved through four...
In contemporary sports, athletic performance is shaped by both physical fitness and psychological well-being, particularly among female sportspersons who often experience heightened performance anxiety and stress. This study examines the effectiveness of yoga-based interventions in improving physical fitness and reducing anxiety among adolescent Kho-Kho players. A total of 75 female athletes...
Objective: The Main Objective is to understand the predictors of quality of life and to find the effect of yoga and meditation on quality of life and anxiety among adolescents. Methods: For the present study the researcher collected a total sample size of 60. The sample was collected from the colleges of Nashik district (Maharashtra, India). The sample age group is between 16 to 19 years old...
Anxiety during pregnancy affects 1 in 4 pregnancies and is often comorbid with other mental health disorders. Early intervention is crucial to avoid persistent mental health issues and adverse obstetrical, neonatal and child outcomes. Traditional mindfulness-based cognitive therapy is effective, but its uptake is limited by its high resource intensity for patients and healthcare services. This...
This study aimed to reduce post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) levels in survivors of domestic violence (DV) through a mindfulness-based intervention program modified from Brief Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (BMBSR) and Mindfulness-Based Distress Management Training. Seven female DV survivors were involved in the program, which consisted of six meetings over three weeks. The participants...
Anxiety is a prevalent issue among Chinese college students, yet the application of meditation interventions in higher education remains limited, and the mediating role of mental resilience is not well understood. This study examined the effects of an 8-week structured group meditation program on anxiety and the mediating function of mental resilience. Using a mixed-methods design, 158...
Little is known about the variables influencing the efficacy of mindfulness-based interventions among long-term practitioners. This study examined the association between Loving-Kindness Compassion Meditation (LKCM) practice and anxiety levels in 60 experienced meditators. We analyzed practice duration, frequency, self-compassion, and cognitive fusion. Results indicated no direct association...
CONTEXT: People living with serious illness frequently experience intense existential suffering related to awareness of finitude. Psychedelic-assisted therapies have been associated with reductions in death anxiety and existential distress, yet the experiential processes underlying transformations in the relationship with finitude remain insufficiently understood. OBJECTIVES: To synthesize...
Abstract Adolescent refractory mental health disorders are rising globally, contributing to long-term morbidity and substantial societal burden. Conventional psychotropic medications and psychotherapeutic approaches sometimes fail to provide adequate relief, necessitating an interest in novel investigational interventions. Classic psychedelic compounds—Psilocybin, Lysergic Acid Diethylamide...
Music and psychoactive substances play a key role in forming identity during adolescence. Grasping the historical, neurobiological, and clinical aspects of this relationship is crucial for exploring how music therapy (MT) can support recovery from substance use disorder (SUD). In this chapter, the discussion begins by framing adolescent risk-taking, including substance experimentation, as a way...
MindfulnessMarch 18, 2026Sinead Grennan, Annie O’Dowd, Conal Twomey et al.
Abstract Objectives This umbrella review synthesised evidence from meta-analyses of school-based mindfulness-based interventions (MBIs) to evaluate effects on wellbeing, mindfulness, depression and anxiety in children and adolescents. Method Searches were conducted in PubMed, PsycINFO, CINAHL, ERIC and Cochrane databases, with the timeframe for the search being 2000 to end 2024. Eligibility...
OUTRAS PALAVRASMarch 18, 2026Gabriela Marques Guimarães Simão, Isabella Andrade Santana, Luiza Paulone Santos Fortunato Dias et al.
O presente estudo aborda o potencial terapêutico dos psicodélicos no tratamento de distúrbios neuropsiquiátricos, destacando sua relevância em um contexto de crescente prevalência de condições como depressão, ansiedade e transtorno de estresse pós-traumático. O objetivo principal é investigar as propriedades farmacológicas desses compostos, seus mecanismos de ação e os resultados clínicos...
This study investigates how a Mindfulness-Intervention Program (MIP) influenced the speaking experiences of Saudi female TESOL student-teachers, focusing on the regulation of Foreign Language Speaking Anxiety (FLSA). Guided by Kabat-Zinn’s mindfulness framework and Dörnyei’s Ideal L2 Self construct, a qualitative longitudinal design was implemented over ten weeks at a Saudi university. Data...
Frontiers in PsychologyMarch 17, 2026Mehmet Bilgin Karademir, Melih Çalışır, Aydıner Birsin Yildiz et al.2 citations
Introduction: The aim of this study was to examine the associations between athletes' challenge and threat perceptions and sport anxiety, and to evaluate the role of mindfulness in these relationships in terms of moderation and indirect effects (mediation). Methods: A total of 291 athletes from different sport branches participated in the study. Data were collected using the Challenge and...