This meta-analysis aimed to examine the effects of meditation-based interventions on psychological and physical outcomes in cancer patients. A total of 25 studies were included after a systematic literature search. Random-effects models were used to calculate pooled effect sizes (Hedges’ g), and meta-regression analyses were conducted to explore the moderating effects of the number of sessions,...
One of the most widespread psychological disorders of the modern era includes stress and anxiety, which has a negative impact on the psyche, lifestyle, and personal and social interactions. In recent years, along with conventional treatment methods, more interest has been shown in spiritual and religious capabilities as complementary methods of developing mental health. This research article...
Journal of Personalized MedicineSeptember 30, 2026Joshuan J. Barboza, Alma Delia Santiago Mijangos, Junior Smith Torres-Román et al.
Background/Objectives: Psychological distress, anxiety, depressive symptoms and fear of cancer recurrence affect many women treated for breast cancer and often persist beyond active treatment. Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT) is manualised and can be delivered in groups or over the internet, which makes it a candidate component of personalised supportive care, but its effect has not...
One aim of this study was to help scientifically quantify many art therapists’ belief that artmaking is intrinsically healing. This study explored the effects of mindful art therapy processes (guided clay work meditation and mandala coloring) on stress and anxiety through measurements of blood pressure, heart rate, respiratory rate, and the State-Trait Anxiety Inventory (STAI). Data were...
While foreign language anxiety (FLA) is prevalent and has received wide attention for decades, the anxiety regarding the specific skill of public speaking has been less-explored. This study explored the correlations among the variables of trait mindfulness, psychological capital (PsyCap), and public speaking anxiety (PSA) among undergraduates who learned English as a foreign language (EFL) in...
Competitive athletes perform under evaluative pressure, and competitive anxiety threatens sport performance. Mindfulness-based interventions (MBIs) are increasingly adopted in applied sport psychology, yet controlled evidence on their effects on performance and anxiety remains fragmented. This review synthesised controlled trials examining whether structured multi-session MBIs improve...
INTRODUCTION: Depressive and anxiety disorders impose a substantial public health burden, yet current serotonergic therapies are limited by delayed onset, modest remission rates, and adverse side effects. Here we put forward the serotonin 1B receptor (5-HT1BR) as an important therapeutic target for mood related pathology. AREAS COVERED: We synthesize converging evidence from human and...
BMC PsychologySeptember 19, 2026I Jónsdottir, Anna Kristín Þorsteinsdóttir, Jóhanna Kr. Steingrímsdóttir et al.
Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) has strong empirical support for preventing relapse in recurrent depression. This study aimed to evaluate whether adding MBCT as a follow-up intervention after an outpatient interdisciplinary rehabilitation programme benefits individuals with current moderate-to-severe depressive symptoms as well as those with minimal depressive symptoms at the start...
Pharmacotherapy for depression is commonly prescribed, yet fewer than half of patients achieve remission with a single treatment. Many also experience intolerable side effects, highlighting the need for new treatment approaches. Classic psychedelics interact with the serotonin (5-HT) receptor class and are therefore strongly involved in the treatment of psychiatric illnesses such as depression,...
Background: Depressive and anxiety symptoms are highly prevalent among patients with cancer and are associated with substantial reductions in quality of life. However, effective therapeutic options remain limited. Ayahuasca, a serotonergic psychedelic traditionally used in Amazonian ritual contexts, has shown rapid antidepressant and anxiolytic effects following a single administration in...
Journal of allied healthSeptember 18, 2026Kent E Irwin, Elizabeth Campione, Hannah Bargouthi et al.
Mental health conditions are prevalent among graduate health professions students and can negatively impact academic performance, well-being, and relationships. This systematic review evaluated the effectiveness of mind-body therapies (MBTs) on anxiety, burnout, depression, and stress in graduate health professions students. Five healthcare/academic databases were searched from 2008 through...
Virtual Reality (VR) is increasingly recognized as a promising tool for mental health support. Recent studies suggest that immersive environments can reduce anxiety and improve emotional regulation by promoting presence and relaxation. The biofeedback generated from VR practices has shown positive results, suggesting that calming and immersive experiences can help reduce or prevent symptoms of...
BackgroundPostgraduate students are six times more susceptible to mental health challenges than the general adult population, making it imperative to identify effective initiatives to support them. This is particularly relevant for master’s and doctorate students undertaking distance-learning programmes as this is a dimension of the student experience that remains unexplored. Meditation...
Mindfulness-based techniques have gained significant attention as complementary treatments for managing anxiety and stress in individuals with psychiatric conditions. This study explores the effectiveness of mindfulness-based interventions (MBIs) in alleviating these symptoms among patients with various psychiatric disorders, such as depression, bipolar disorder, and generalized anxiety...
Background: To examine the association between a mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) nursing model and changes in quality of life in patients with chronic tonsillitis complicated by anxiety disorder. Methods: This retrospective study analyzed propensity score-matched data from 110 patients (55 per group) with chronic tonsillitis and comorbid anxiety disorder treated at Yingshang County...
Palliative & Supportive CareSeptember 11, 2026Donia Elsaid Fathi Zaghamir, Ateya Megahed Ibrahim, Hala Samir Ahmed El-Husseiny
Objectives: Nursing interns often experience high levels of death anxiety and stress, which can reduce their comfort and confidence in caring for dying patients. This study evaluated the effects of an 8-week Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) program on death anxiety, perceived stress, and attitudes toward care of the dying among nursing interns during palliative and oncology rotations....
September 11, 2026Joseph M. Diehl, Christina Chwyl, Liliana Kennedy et al.
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The therapeutic relationship is considered central to psychedelic-assisted therapy, yet little empirical research has examined how it changes during 3,4-methylenedioxymethamphetamine-assisted therapy (MDMA-AT) or relates to acute MDMA experiences and clinical outcomes, particularly for social anxiety disorder (SAD). This preregistered secondary analysis examined therapeutic alliance and...
Abstract Insomnia is prevalent in older adults and may negatively affect physical health, mood, and cognition. While anxiety is a known risk factor, reduced quality of life (QoL) may also increase risk of insomnia. Dispositional mindfulness has been shown to improve sleep, however its role in moderating the effects of anxiety and QoL in older adults remains unclear. This study examined whether...
Sleep paralysis is a REM-sleep parasomnia which manifests as a temporary inability to perform voluntary muscle movements during the sleep-wake transition. Anxiety disorders are characterized by excessive fear, anxiety, and related behavioral disturbances. Notably, lifetime prevalence of sleep paralysis is elevated among psychiatric populations. The purpose of this review and meta-analysis was...
Abstract Background Anxiety disorders are a major health burden and current treatment options yield unsatisfactory results. Psychedelics, such as lysergic acid diethylamide (LSD) that act via agonism on serotonin 2A receptors, have recently been shown to be effective in the treatment of anxiety symptoms. Aims & Objectives Here, we determine the relationship between the acute experience and...