Abstract Lyme disease, caused by the bacterium Borrelia burgdorferi , is the most common vector-borne disease in the United States and Europe. Although antibiotics effectively treat most cases, an estimated 10–20% of patients develop post-treatment Lyme disease (PTLD), a chronic syndrome marked by fatigue, pain, cognitive difficulties, mood disturbance, and reduced quality of life. There are no...
Excessive and prolonged stress is linked to adverse physical and psychological outcomes. Social evaluative threats such as public speaking can trigger acute stress which can elicit significant physiological and psychological stress responses. Mindfulness has been proposed as a factor protecting individuals from these responses, particularly under high-stress conditions. This study tested the...
BACKGROUND: The quality and valence of psychedelic experiences are influenced by a range of psychological and contextual factors. This study examines baseline mood and the "relational triad"-comprising social connectedness, mindfulness, and spirituality-as potential predictors of the quality of naturalistic psychedelic experiences. METHODS: Data were drawn from the Predicting Responses to...
Background: Due to exhausting fast pace of life, stress has become an integral part of our lives. It further leads to various physical and psychiatric disorders. Contrarily Yoga has been proven to be beneficial in improving our overall health. Doing a non-psychopharmacological intervention like Yoga alone in people have stress, depression, anxiety and insomnia in Mohali having ‘C.M di Yogshala...
Post–Sectio Caesarea (SC) mothers are vulnerable to anxiety due to postoperative pain, limited mobility, and concerns regarding their maternal role and recovery process. If left unmanaged, anxiety can negatively affect maternal well-being, breastfeeding, and mother–infant bonding. Nonpharmacological interventions such as Mindfulness Breathing and Guided Imagery are considered safe and effective...
The present study examined neuroticism and openness as predictors of social readjustment and nightmare distress among middle-aged adults. A sample of 205 adults aged 35 to 60 years completed the Big Five Inventory (BFI), the Social Readjustment Rating Scale (SRRS), and the Nightmare Distress Questionnaire (NDQ). Correlational findings indicated that neuroticism was positively associated with...
In Canada, the use of both prescription medications and psychedelics has become increasingly prevalent. As of 2022, approximately 16.5% of Canadians—about 6.3 million individuals—were prescribed at least one antidepressant, with fluoxetine remaining one of the most commonly used options (IQVIA, 2023). Benzodiazepine use, including drugs like alprazolam, ranges between 5% to 10% nationwide, with...
People with cancer often experience anxiety and depression following a diagnosis and can face barriers to accessing treatment for their mental health. An increasing number of patients are considering alternative approaches to managing their mental health symptoms, such as the psychedelic, psilocybin. A growing number of clinical trials show significant and enduring improvements in mood and...
Mindfulness is the practice of being present and fully engaged in the moment, often cultivated through meditation and reflective practices. Mindfulness in education can create a revolution by enhancing emotional intelligence, resilience, and empathy among students/learners. In this paper, we will discuss the importance of mindfulness in Education, how mindful practices can reduce stress,...