This study aimed to determine whether online-guided mindfulness-based interventions (MBIs) in daily life improve autonomic nervous system function as measured by the pupillary light reflex (PLR) in healthy subjects. A total of 94 university students were randomly allocated to either an intervention group or a waitlist control group. Participants practiced single-session meditation in a...
Postpartum depression is a significant global public health issue, with serious maternal and neonatal consequences. Online mindfulness interventions provide a promising alternative, offering flexible and low-risk support that overcomes barriers like stigma and accessibility. This review aimed to assess the effects of online mindfulness interventions on postpartum depression, anxiety, and stress...
Resilience helps mitigate the negative impacts of stress and promotes effective adaptation in adverse situations. This study investigated the impact of immediate and standardized mindfulness meditation (MM) on the resilience of college students, aiming to offer adaptable MM practices for different stress scenarios. The blood pressure (BP) and heart rate variability (HRV) of 48 participants were...
Epilepsy & BehaviorAugust 1, 2025Qing Xue, Gregg H Rawlings, Steven C Schachter et al.1 citation
Subjective experiences of functional/dissociative seizures (FDS) are important for diagnosis and treatment formulation. This study aims to improve the symptomatological understanding of these seizures by analysing written narratives provided by authors with personal FDS experience. Descriptions of FDS were extracted from contributions to the book "In Our Words: Personal Accounts of Living with...
Natural hallucinogens derived from fungi and animals have been used for centuries in shamanic, ritualistic, and medicinal practices across diverse cultures. These compounds exhibit a widerange of structures and mechanisms of action, affecting various neurotransmitter systems pathways. Fungal hallucinogens, primarily indole alkaloids like psilocybin and ergot alkaloids, as well as animal-derived...
Mindfulness meditation has demonstrated modest benefits for mental health and well-being, although the relationship between practice dose and outcomes is unclear. Meta-analyses and randomized controlled trials have shown mixed results so far, although such results may stem from methodological issues rather than reflecting the absence of an underlying effect. Research outside structured programs...
Catheter-related bladder discomfort (CRBD) is associated with anxiety, pain, and an increased risk of perioperative complications. Esketamine, which exhibits analgesic and anticholinergic properties, may offer therapeutic benefits in this context. This study aims to evaluate the effects of varying sub-anesthetic doses of esketamine on the incidence and severity of CRBD following ureteroscopic...
Latar Belakang: Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) telah terbukti efektif dalam mengurangi emosi negatif pada berbagai kondisi psikologis. Namun, efektivitasnya dalam konteks pasien bipolar, khususnya yang diberikan oleh perawat, memerlukan perhatian khusus. Tujuan: Menilai efektivitas MBSR yang diterapkan oleh perawat dalam mengurangi emosi negatif pada pasien bipolar melalui...
Psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy emphasizes the transformative power of mystical-type peak experiences. Stroboscopic ganzfeld (ganzflicker) stimulation offers a non-pharmacological analogue to psychedelic drugs. This exploratory self-experimentation study investigated whether anxiety-neutralizing techniques (eye movements, square breathing) enhance the brightness of visual hallucinations...
Background: Child abuse is a widespread issue affecting millions of children worldwide. It can take the form of physical, emotional, or sexual abuse and often leads to lasting psychological harm. Addressing the emotional and mental health needs of survivors is crucial for their long-term well-being. This study explores how Buddhist meditation can help promote psychological healing and...