American Journal of Clinical Hypnosis
September 4, 2026
Chris E. Corlett, Jesse J. Norris, Sharika Majeti et al.
Mystical experiences or peak spiritual experiences have been shown to be of potential benefit in facilitating personal growth and ameliorating anxiety and depression. A pilot study demonstrated the feasibility of hypnotically induced mystical experiences. Althrough participants' qualitative experiences were recorded and analyzed, they have yet to be reported. Although participants' qualitative...
Fìtoterapìâ
September 3, 2026
Valerii Vynohradov, Дмитро Помазан, A.V. Kolot et al.
Actuality.Elite athletes in individual sports often face psychosomatic challenges during pre-competition activities, including stress, anxiety, and emotional tension, which negatively affect motor control, coordination, and overall performance.The increasing demands for mental resilience highlight the importance of supplementary interventions to stabilize athletes' psychological and physical...
Culture, Medicine, and Psychiatry
September 3, 2026
Adhvik Shetty
Garbh Sanskar (GS) is an Indian holistic reproductive programme that claims roots in ancient Ayurvedic and yogic traditions while drawing upon contemporary wellness practices and international health policy. GS centres offer breathwork, guided meditation, and counselling to expectant and hopeful couples. This article draws upon interviews with GS practitioners across nine Indian cities to...
Case Reports in Psychiatry
September 3, 2026
Sonali Notani, Vikas Srinivasa, Serena Chaudhry et al.
Hallucinogen persisting perception disorder (HPPD) is a rare psychiatric diagnosis encompassing a range of perceptual disturbances caused by the lingering effects of hallucinogens. There are two major subtypes of the disorder: HPPD I and II. HPPD II is considered a more severe form that is generally longer-term, distressing, and requiring more intense treatment. In the limited available...
BMC Psychology
September 3, 2026
Ke Shi, Clara Calia, Zsófia K. Takács
Abstract Brief mindfulness inductions are expected to enhance executive functioning and reduce mind-wandering, but empirical findings are mixed. The present study examined the effects of a 10-min mindfulness induction on executive functions and mind-wandering, and explored whether these effects were moderated by individual differences. Hypothesized moderators included trait mindfulness, prior...
Frontiers in Psychiatry
September 3, 2026
Mary R. Shen, Kwadwo Owusu-Boaitey, Zackari D. Murphy et al.
IntroductionOpioid use disorder (OUD) remains a major public health crisis despite evidence-based medications, including methadone, buprenorphine, and naltrexone. Persistent challenges with treatment retention, access, stigma, and incomplete response highlight the need for adjunctive pharmacotherapies targeting neurobiological systems beyond the mu-opioid receptor.MethodsWe conducted a...
Neuroscience of Consciousness
September 2, 2026
Yarin Szachter, Almog Simchon, D. Kalev et al.
Abstract Sense of Agency (SoA), the subjective experience of initiating and controlling one’s actions, is a critical component of self-perception and consciousness, and is often degraded in different psychopathologies. Individuals with dissociation seem to have diminished SoA, but it is yet unknown whether this affects communication with their surroundings. This study employs Natural Language...
European Journal of Midwifery
September 2, 2026
INTRODUCTION Pregnancy is a critical period of heightened vulnerability to mental health challenges. Peer support and mindfulness have individually shown promise as non-pharmacological perinatal mental health strategies, yet their combined potential remains underexplored. This study evaluated the feasibility of a novel intervention integrating peer support with a mindfulness application....
Pain Management Nursing
September 1, 2026
Ai-Ping Feng, Hua Chen, Shen-Min Song et al.
PURPOSE Hemophilic arthropathy is a debilitating condition characterized by recurrent hemarthroses, leading to severe joint pain and eventual need for total knee arthroplasty (TKA). Postoperative pain management in this population is highly complex as the result of inherent bleeding risks, intense perioperative anxiety, and a frequently observed "pain-fear-immobility" cycle. The growing need...
Nutrition And Food In Health And Disease
September 1, 2026
M Arpith Kumar L
Mindful eating brings nonjudgmental, present-moment awareness to eating, fostering a deeper connection between mind and body.Rooted in Eastern traditions such as mitahara in the Śāṇḍilya Upanishad and the Bhagavad-Gita's sattvic, rajasic, and tamasic food categories, as well as modern mindfulness practices pioneered by Jon Kabat-Zinn, it emphasises full sensory engagement and honest recognition...