arXiv (Cornell University)
May 8, 2026
Chuang Li, Lixuan Wang, Yuqi Chen et al.
preprint
The rapid proliferation of large language models (LLMs) has produced a striking cultural practice: using conversational AI for divination. This paper offers one of the first systematic studies of LLM-mediated divination in the context of Xuanxue, an internet-native umbrella term for mystical and spiritual practices on Chinese social media. Using a mixed-methods design, we analyze 23000+ posts...
SLEEPJ
May 8, 2026
James R. Hall, Mercy Azubuko-Uduh, Naomi Ghildiyal et al.
Abstract Introduction Nightmares are usually associated with insomnia but rarely can arise from distinct and overlapping etiologies that can result in hypersomnia. The etiologies that need to be considered would be PTSD, acute stress disorder, nightmare disorder, depression, anxiety, medication/substance effect, narcolepsy, Idiopathic Hypersomnia. Rare causes are intracranial mass lesion, CNS...
SLEEPJ
May 8, 2026
Alexei Kotov, Andrea Diaz-Pacheco, Patricia Molina et al.
Abstract Introduction Previous research has linked nightmares to anxiety, depression, and poor sleep quality. However, much less is known about how nightmares intersect with acculturation patterns and bicultural experiences in border communities. Understanding the connection between nightmares and acculturation is especially important in contexts where cultural identity, discrimination, and...
British Journal of Clinical Pharmacology
May 8, 2026
Ioanna Artemis Vamvakopoulou, Dasha Nicholls, David Nutt et al.
Rates of mental illness in young people are increasing, whereas the development of novel mental health treatments has not significantly progressed. Psychedelic-assisted therapy, using substances such as psilocybin and 3,4-methylenedioxymethamphetamine (MDMA), has shown potential in the treatment of mental illnesses in the adult population, including depression, anxiety and post-traumatic stress...
Bodhi International Journal of Research in Humanities, Arts and Science
May 7, 2026
B. Kumar
Mental health disorders such as stress, anxiety, and depression are increasing globally, creating a strong need for holistic and accessible treatment approaches. Alongside conventional psychiatric care, alternative medicine systems have gained significant attention for their emphasis on mind–body balance and natural healing. This study examines the role of selected alternative medicine...
Journal of Education, Health and Sport
May 7, 2026
Kinga Zachar, M. Sito, Filip Jurkowski et al.
Introduction and purpose: Depressive disorders, particularly major depressive disorder (MDD) and treatment-resistant depression (TRD), remain major causes of disability worldwide. Conventional treatments are limited by delayed onset, incomplete response, relapse, and adverse effects. This review summarizes current evidence on the efficacy, safety, and durability of psilocybin-assisted therapy...
AYUSHDHARA
May 6, 2026
Hypertension is a major risk factor for cardiovascular disease and is frequently associated with comorbid conditions such as hypothyroidism and psychological distress, including anxiety, sleep disturbances, and reduced quality of life. Psychological stress further contributes to cardiovascular risk through autonomic and metabolic mechanisms. Integrative approaches including Ayurvedic Medhya...
Applied Mindfulness and Integrative Practices for Mental Well-Being
May 6, 2026
Kenneth Leow, Yueh Yea Lo
This chapter explores the integration of mindfulness and yoga-based practices into English as a Second Language (ESL) instruction to address both the linguistic and emotional challenges faced by English Language Learners (ELLs). Drawing on classroom-based applications, student reflections, and interdisciplinary research, it argues for a holistic pedagogical approach that supports cognitive,...
Comprehensive child and adolescent nursing
May 6, 2026
Kaitlyn Rechenberg, Rebecca Koerner, Carley Geiss
Adolescents with type 1 diabetes (T1D) report increased stress and anxiety in comparison to their peers, which may result in out-of-range glycemic outcomes. Complementary therapies such as mindfulness may improve stress and anxiety. However, mindfulness training is mostly delivered in-person for adolescents. As adolescents with T1D are high consumers of technology, with busy schedules that...
European Journal of Child Development, Education and Psychopathology
May 5, 2026
Luis Barrera Gutiérrez, Ana Beatriz Moreno Coutiño
This randomized controlled trial evaluated the efficacy of a Compassionate Mindfulness Model (CMM) intervention for reducing pre-competitive anxiety and enhancing mindfulness and compassion in elite taekwondo athletes. Twenty-seven sub-21 black-belt athletes from Mexico City were assigned to either a CMM intervention group (n = 14) or an active control group receiving diaphragmatic breathing (n...