Introduction: Diabetes is a chronic disease that occurs frequently in the world and affects all age groups. Globally, more than one in 10 adults are now living with diabetes, and almost half from that is an elderly. The psychological problems experienced by parents with diabetes mellitus, if prolonged, can have a significant negative impact on their physical and mental health. Among Hindus,...
Lancet Regional Health. AmericasJuly 15, 2026Natasha Kim de Oliveira da Fonseca, Gabriela Rocha Dos Santos, Gabrielle Terezinha Foppa et al.
Background: There is a high prevalence of people living with obesity (LWO) and mental disorders, which could worsen stigma. Internalized weight stigma (IWS) impairs psychological functioning and eating behaviors. This study, therefore, evaluated the acute effects of a Mindfulness-based Eating (ME) intervention and the feasibility of incorporating IWS assessment into a randomized controlled...
Genius JournalJuly 15, 2026Anisa Fitri, Sujiah Sujiah, Miranti Dea Dora
Objective: Older adults are more likely to experience anxiety disorders than depression. Common psychosocial problems in this population include loneliness, sadness, depression, and anxiety. Anxiety among older adults is often associated with fear of death, loss of independence, and feelings of abandonment after relocation to residential care facilities. This study aimed to determine the effect...
Brain SciencesJuly 15, 2026Anastasia V. Kotelnikova, Vera M. Ruzinova, Maria G. Kiseleva et al.
Background: Anxiety disorders are prevalent and debilitating. Given challenges in maintaining mindfulness at one-month remission, integrative approaches targeting anxiety and psychological resources (especially mindfulness) have gained interest. This study aimed to assess the effectiveness of adding biofeedback to the treatment of anxiety disorders. Methods: Inpatients with anxiety disorder...
Anxiety disorders represent one of the most prevalent categories of mental illness worldwide, and pharmacological and psychotherapeutic treatments, while effective, remain inaccessible or unacceptable to a substantial proportion of affected individuals. Yoga and pranayama, mind–body practices rooted in South Asian contemplative traditions, have attracted sustained scientific interest as...
Background Mindful breathing is a well-established method for inducing relaxation, but anxious individuals often struggle to enter a mindful state. Liuzijue breathing, a traditional Chinese practice involving controlled abdominal movements, low-pitched vocalization, and guided mental focus, may facilitate mindful breathing and enhance its efficacy. This study examined whether combining Liuzijue...
Background: Sleep disturbance, stress, and anxiety are highly prevalent among older adults and adversely affect physical health, cognitive function, and quality of life. Meditation is a safe, low-cost, non-pharmacological intervention that may improve these interrelated outcomes. Objective: To evaluate the effect of an 8-week structured meditation program on perceived stress, anxiety, and sleep...
Sexual anxiety – whether rooted in trauma, performance-related shame, or dysregulated arousal – impedes intimacy, pleasure, and connection. Breathwork, a foundational somatic practice, offers an accessible means to regulate the ANS, reduce anxiety, and anchor present-moment awareness, core to healthy sexual engagement. Within psychosexual therapy, structured breathing promotes embodiment,...
Research SquareJuly 8, 2026Hacer Unver Koca, Fadi̇me Bi̇çer Şahi̇n, Zeynep Unver et al.
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Abstract Purpose This study was conducted to determine the effect of mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) training given to young girls experiencing fear of childbirth on their fear of childbirth, coping strategies with stress, and state anxiety levels. Methods The research was completed with 116 students (58 experimental, 58 control group) who experienced fear of childbirth. Data were...
BACKGROUND Patients undergoing peritoneal dialysis (PD) frequently experience anxiety and sleep disturbances.However, the comparative efficacy of psychological interventions on these symptoms remains unclear.AIM To compare the efficacy of mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT) and routine psychological support (PS) on anxiety symptoms and sleep quality in patients undergoing PD.METHODS This...