Classic psychedelics such as lysergic acid diethylamide (LSD) and psilocybin induce mild cardiovascular activation in addition to their psychological effects. While these effects are well described in healthy adults, little is known about their dynamics in clinical populations undergoing psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy. This retrospective, observational, single-center study analyzed...
Orpheus, as an archetypal model of musical performance, enters our cultural consciousness not only as an exemplary performer but also as a figure whose fleeting glance into the visible shattered the magic of creation. Through this metaphor, for three millennia we have (re)interpreted the deeper projection of the conflict between the artistic idea and the performer's inner tension (Partridge,...
The global rise in anxiety and depression disorders has drawn attention to compounds like harmine, a Peganum harmala alkaloid, which induces a pronounced anxiety response. Herbal treatments exhibit the potential to relieve such symptoms with minimal or no side effects. This study aimed to investigate the behavioral, neurobiological, and protective effects of the ethanolic extract of Matricaria...
Frontiers in PsychiatryDecember 11, 2025Sima Rafiei, Kristof Santa, Nicola Honey et al.3 citations
Introduction: , a six-session VR mindfulness programme designed for young people, delivered in real-world school and community environments. Methods: Using an exploratory pre-post mixed-methods design, data were collected from 53 participants across schools, community organisations, and youth mental health services. Recruitment was facilitator-led and internal to each site. Quantitative data...
The global demographic shift toward aging populations has intensified the need for innovative therapeutic interventions targeting late-life mental health conditions, notably depression, loneliness, and existential distress. Traditional pharmacological treatments often exhibit limited efficacy and poor tolerability in older patients, primarily due to age-related physiological changes and the...
Middle-aged working women often experience heightened levels of stress and anxiety due to the simultaneous demands of professional responsibilities, household duties, and caregiving roles. Mindfulness has emerged as an accessible and effective psychological strategy for managing these challenges. This review examines research published between 2014 and 2024 to explore the effects of daily...
Teaching practicum is one of the most stressful phases in a B.Ed. student’s academic journey. Many students experience strong anxiety during classroom teaching, especially when they are observed or evaluated. This anxiety can affect their confidence, lesson delivery, and overall teaching performance. Mindfulness-based interventions have recently gained attention for reducing stress and...
Electroencephalography (EEG) is becoming the key technique of researching mental states, particularly when studies focus on stress and anxiety. Regrettably, EEG recordings are routinely contaminated by numerous sources of noise, including power line noise, motion artifacts, burst noise, Electrooculography (EOG), Electromyography (EMG), and Electrocardiography (ECG), which severely affect the...