Journal of Neuroendocrinology
October 1, 2026
Cristian Ferreira Corona, Felipe Alves Alencar Lima, Jessica Sabrina Canedo da Silva Sumensse et al.
Abstract Human binge eating disorder is characterized by recurrent episodes of excessive food consumption accompanied by loss of control and is strongly associated with alterations in reward processing and emotional regulation. Ayahuasca, a psychoactive botanical preparation traditionally used in Amazonian medicine, has been shown to modulate serotonergic signaling and reward‐related behaviors...
Journal of Integrative and Complementary Medicine
October 1, 2026
Yongmi Lee, Hyunju Kang, Myoungsuk Kim
Introduction: Patients with breast cancer commonly experience anxiety and sleep disturbance during and after treatment, and these symptoms are closely interrelated, negatively affecting the quality of life. Mindfulness-based interventions (MBIs) have been increasingly used as a nonpharmacological supportive approach. This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to evaluate the effects of MBIs...
Korea Exercise Rehabilitation Welfare Association
September 30, 2026
Do-Hyeok Jang, Sungh-Ho Hwang
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,...
Integrated Journal for Research in Arts and Humanities
September 30, 2026
Fraidoon Rahmani
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 Medicine
September 30, 2026
Joshuan 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...
Old Dominion University
September 30, 2026
Sara Julsrud
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...
Discover Education
September 28, 2026
Liping Fu
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...
Journal of Counseling Education and Society
September 21, 2026
Ifdil Ifdil, Nur Adila Wafiqoh Zulvi, M. Fahli Zatrahadi
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...
Expert Opinion on Therapeutic Targets
September 21, 2026
Sixtine Fleury, Katherine M. Nautiyal
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 Psychology
September 19, 2026
I 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...