Frontiers in EducationMarch 16, 2026Abdulnaser Algaralleh, Ahmed Jibreel Matarneh, Salwa Al Majali et al.
The increasing prevalence of anxiety among university students highlights the importance of understanding psychological resources associated with wellbeing in digitally mediated contexts. Digital mindfulness has attracted growing attention, but the mechanisms linking individuals’ engagement in digital mindfulness activities to psychological outcomes remain insufficiently examined. Guided by...
Flotation, a form of restricted environmental stimulation therapy (REST), entails lying in a warm saltwater tank. Evidence links it to lower stress and improved mood, but user characteristics outside trials remain unclear. We profiled flotation users and compared health and lifestyle measures with a population benchmark. Adults were recruited from an online community forum and a flotation...
OBJECTIVE: To analyze the brain functional network remodeling associated with the relief of negative emotions in patients with lumbar disc herniation (LDH) treated with lever positioning manipulation (LPM) using resting-state fMRI (rs-fMRI) technology. METHODS: A prospective study included LDH patients (Group 1, n = 47) and age- and gender-matched healthy controls (Group 2, n = 43). Group 1...
OBJECTIVES This study evaluated the comparative efficacy of a self-help mindfulness intervention (sMBI) and a combined mindfulness and cognitive behavioral therapy intervention (sMBI + CBT) in reducing symptoms of depression and anxiety. Additionally, it explored the mechanisms underlying these interventions. METHODS In this randomized controlled trial (RCT), 335 university students from...
CureusMarch 15, 2026Shruti Niraj, G Niraj, Rajesh Naithani1 citation
Healthcare professionals in India are vulnerable to experiencing a high level of burnout, which has consequences for individuals and organizations. This prospective pilot randomized controlled feasibility study examined, for the first time, the feasibility and acceptability of practicing the Transcendental Meditation (TM) technique among healthcare professionals in India. A total of 76...
Background and purpose Sports anxiety among athletes hinders their performance in competitions. Sports anxiety management secured special attention from coaches and athletes to increase performance in competitive settings. Mindfulness-based approaches improve performance by strengthening attentional focus, promoting acceptance of internal experiences, and reducing maladaptive cognitive...
Brain SciencesMarch 14, 2026Cristian Manea, Corina Costache Colareza, Dana Rad et al.
Background: Self-transcendence has been described in psychological literature as an orientation toward meaning beyond the individual self. However, because the present study does not directly measure transcendence as a psychological construct, we approach it cautiously as a candidate form of internally oriented attention, operationalized through EEG spectral dynamics. Although this construct...
This conceptual paper proposes a psychological model exploring how contemplative practices facilitate transformation by influencing ego dissolution, death anxiety, and impulse regulation. Drawing on insights from mindfulness, meditation, and contemplative traditions, the study examines how the temporary reduction of egoic boundaries (ego dissolution) can diminish existential fears and improve...
BACKGROUND: Current treatments for obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), including serotonin reuptake inhibitors and cognitive-behavioral therapy, are often insufficient. Psilocybin, a 5HT2a agonist psychedelic, has shown promise for treating OCD, but rigorous evidence is still needed. AIMS: This randomized clinical trial evaluated safety, tolerability, and benefit of multiple psilocybin doses...
Introduction: Tinnitus is the perception of sound in the absence of external stimuli, often experienced as ringing or buzzing. While many individuals habituate to tinnitus, others develop chronic tinnitus (CT), which can severely affect emotional well-being. Psychological mechanisms such as anxiety and maladaptive coping are known contributors to tinnitus distress, yet the protective role of...
A depressão é um transtorno mental prevalente e incapacitante sendo considerado um problema de saúde pública. É caracterizada por humor deprimido persistente, perda de interesse em atividades diárias, alterações cognitivas e somáticas e, frequentemente, acompanhada por fadiga, alterações no sono ou no apetite. Estima-se que cerca de 20–40% dos pacientes com transtorno depressivo maior não...
Background: Cancer patients often experience significant emotional burdens due to the diagnosis, treatment process, and uncertainty regarding their prognosis. Psilocybin, a psychedelic compound found in certain mushroom species, has gained increasing attention in mental health research for its potential therapeutic effects in treating depression and anxiety. Methods: This systematic review...
Letter in reply to Robison R, Barrow R, Conant C, et al. Single Treatment With MM120 (Lysergide) in Generalized Anxiety Disorder: A Randomized Clinical Trial. JAMA. 2025;doi:10.1001/jama.2025.13481 (unpublished, rejected by the journal)
Abstract University students commonly experience elevated levels of stress and anxiety arising from academic workload, social adjustments, and transitional life phases. Yoga, a comprehensive mind–body discipline incorporating physical postures, regulated breathing, meditation, and mindfulness practices, has increasingly been recognized as a supportive approach for addressing these challenges....
This single-case study examines the impact of a 6-week Mindfulness-Based Intervention (MBI) on an individual experiencing anxiety, with a particular focus on intolerance of uncertainty (IU). A mixed-methods approach was used, combining quantitative measures with qualitative data from session notes, interviews, and participant feedback. Quantitative findings indicated reductions in stress...
This study aims to explore the effectiveness of implementing BAKU (Good and Strong) culture in Islamic mindfulness therapy as an alternative treatment for anxiety and depression among young Muslims, particularly in the Daarut Tauhiid Bandung environment. The background of this study is based on the high prevalence of mental health disorders, such as anxiety and depression, among Indonesian...
Research SquareMarch 10, 2026Giammarco di Gregorio, Sophia Basset, Harjot Manmohan et al.
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Abstract Depression and anxiety affect one in five adults, with age affecting prevalence. While clinical trials suggest classic psychedelics (e.g., psilocybin, LSD) and non-classic psychedelics (e.g., MDMA, ketamine) may alleviate these symptoms, it remains unclear how these relationships function in naturalistic settings or how they vary across the lifespan. We conducted a cross-sectional...
One of the most competitive entrance examinations in India is the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test ( NEET ) which puts a lot of academic and psychological pressure on the aspirants. It is common that due to prolonged preparation, repetitive mock test, and high performance expectation among coaching students result in very high test anxiety. This study has explored how mindfulness and test...
Abstract Background and aims Increased connectedness has been proposed as one mechanism through which psychedelics might reduce death anxiety. This study examined whether changes in connectedness—across intrapersonal, interpersonal, and transpersonal domains—were associated with changes in death anxiety following a significant psychedelic experience. Methods A retrospective cross-sectional...
This meta-analysis and systematic review examined the effects of psychedelic substances on death anxiety, specifically evaluating whether psychedelic experiences are associated with statistically significant reductions in death anxiety. A systematic search identified 8 studies suitable for meta-analysis and 10 additional studies for systematic review. Using a random-effects model, the...