Sleep
October 11, 2024
Jennifer M Mundt, Phyllis C Zee, Matthew D Schuiling et al.
3 citations
Mindfulness-based interventions (MBI) have been shown to improve psychosocial functioning in medical populations but have not been studied in narcolepsy. This study examined the feasibility and acceptability of an MBI that was adapted for narcolepsy, including three variations in program length. Adults with narcolepsy (N = 60) were randomized to MBI groups of varying durations: brief (4 weeks),...
Molecular Psychiatry
October 11, 2024
Michal Brownstien, Michal Lazar, Alexander Botvinnik et al.
23 citations
Abstract Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) is a highly prevalent disorder that causes serious disability. Available treatments leave 40% or more of people with OCD significantly symptomatic. There is an urgent need for novel therapeutic approaches. Mice that carry a homozygous deletion of the SAPAP3 gene (SAPAP3 KO) manifest a phenotype of excessive self-grooming, tic-like head-body twitches...
Journal of Psychopharmacology
October 3, 2024
Charles Q. Choi, Danica E. Johnson, David C J Chen-Li et al.
11 citations
Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a condition that can develop after a traumatic event, causing distressing symptoms, including intrusive re-experiencing symptoms, alterations in mood and cognition, and changes in arousal and reactivity. Few treatment options exist for patients who find conventional psychotherapy and pharmacotherapy to be inaccessible, ineffective, or intolerable. We...
Journal of Sleep Research
October 1, 2024
Courtney J Bolstad, Brigitte Holzinger, Serena Scarpelli et al.
The association between nightmare frequency (NMF) and suicidal ideation (SI) is well known, yet the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on this relation is inconsistent. This study aimed to investigate changes in NMF, SI, and their association during the COVID-19 pandemic. Data were collected in 16 countries using a harmonised questionnaire. The sample included 9328 individuals (4848 women; age...
Sleep Medicine
October 1, 2024
Costanza Colombo, Nicola Cellini
Sleep paralysis (SP) is a REM-related parasomnia, characterized by the inability to perform voluntary movements. It is a relatively widespread phenomenon in the general population and, although usually not dangerous, it is experienced with intense fear. The current study aims to evaluate the lifetime prevalence and characteristics of SP in the Italian student population. The study was conducted...
International urogynecology journal
October 1, 2024
Ruby Kuang, Christina Moldovan, Sydney Drury et al.
5 citations
Urodynamics (UDS) assesses voiding dysfunction using intravesical, vaginal, or rectal catheters, which can be distressing. This study was aimed at utilizing mindfulness to reduce anxiety and pain in patients undergoing UDS. A single-institution randomized controlled trial was conducted on 60 patients who underwent UDS. Patients were assigned to a mindfulness group (n = 30) or a control group (n...
Revue Neurologique
October 1, 2024
F Blard, J Erraud, M Bonnet et al.
3 citations
Non-pharmacological complementary interventions, particularly mind-body practices, are of growing importance in the management of Parkinson's disease (PD). Among these, mindfulness meditation seems particularly effective, especially on anxiety and depression symptoms. However, current knowledge on mindfulness standardized programs in PD is still limited, particularly in France. Aiming at...
Journal of Affective Disorders
October 1, 2024
Chuntana Reangsing, Katemanee Moonpanane, Kanittha Pittchalard et al.
4 citations
This purpose of this study is to evaluate the effects of the Mind Space Application on psychological outcomes among Thai-university students with depression. Thai-university students with depression (N = 50) were recruited between November 2021 and January 2022. Participants were randomly assigned to either an 8-week mindfulness-based intervention via the Mind Space Application intervention or...
Journal of pediatric psychology
October 1, 2024
Molly Basch, Francesca Lupini, Sally Ho et al.
8 citations
To evaluate feasibility/acceptability of a virtual, group mindfulness-based intervention (MBI) adapted for pediatric type 1 diabetes (T1D). This two-way controlled trial randomized adolescents 1:1 to MBI (n = 20) or health education (HE; n = 22) groups lasting 6-7 weeks. Eligibility included 12-17 years, T1D ≥ 1 year, and elevated scores on PROMIS depression or anxiety measures. Recruitment,...
Contemporary Clinical Trials
October 1, 2024
Emily K. Johnson, Kathleen Ismond, Ashley Hyde et al.
3 citations
Symptoms of depression and anxiety are prevalent among adults with chronic health conditions, contributing to reduced quality of life, morbidity, and mortality. Mind-body wellness interventions (i.e. psychology programming, mindful movement, breathwork, meditation) may impact mental health symptoms, with online delivery offering access and scalability. Whether online mind-body wellness...