In the rapidly growing field of psychedelic research, psilocybin (and active metabolite psilocin) has been proposed as a promising candidate in the search for novel treatments for neuropsychiatric disorders. Clinical trials have revealed that psilocybin has a large, rapid, and persistent effect in the improvement of symptoms of depression and anxiety. The safety profile is considered...
Psychedelic substances are increasingly recognized for their therapeutic potential to ease psychological suffering linked to end-of-life issues. However, amid renewed scientific and public interest, policy remains restrictive. Existing reviews have made progress in synthesizing the results of studies of psychedelic interventions, especially psilocybin, and particularly with regard to their...
Twin Heart Meditation (THM) is a popularly used meditative practice which focuses on activating the heart and crown chakras. It is known for its potential to cultivate loving-kindness, compassion, and spiritual connection, thereby enhancing psychological well-being. This study evaluates the efficacy of THM in reducing psychological distress a secondary-level school students in Pokhara, Nepal....
Fizjoterapia PolskaDecember 31, 2024Joanna Budzis, Marek Wiecheć, Zbigniew Śliwiński
Mindfulness techniques have a beneficial impact on mental health and everyday functioning, including reducing anxiety and stress and improving emotional regulation. Research methods that examine brain activity as well as functional and structural changes contribute to the understanding of the mechanisms behind mindfulness techniques, which are also applicable in sports. EEG studies and...
Unified Integrative Medicine offers a transformative approach to health that harmonizes the body, psyche, and soul, grounded in the natural flow of energy and the dynamic rhythms of life. This method integrates ancient wisdom with modern science, recognizing that health is more than the absence of disease it is a state of complete well-being, as defined by the World Health Organization (WHO)....
Postpartum depression (PPD) for much of the suffering of new mothers. Symptoms can present from sad affective experience, anxiety, tiredness, to complete disconnection of the child from herself. Traditional treatments include therapy and medication, but this study went a little deeper with the interest of mindfulness-based interventions to explore the subjective experiences in mother-child...
Background: Medical training is notoriously demanding, exposing students to significant stressors such as heavy workloads, high-stakes examinations, exposure to suffering and death, and pressure to perform. These factors can lead to increased levels of stress, anxiety, depression, and burnout, negatively impacting students' mental health and well-being. Objectives: This study aimed to...
Insomnia and nightmares are present in up to 45 % of individuals with borderline personality disorder (BPD) and can contribute to challenges with emotion regulation, low sleep quality, dream anxiety, increased arousal and self-control. Despite their prevalence, nightmares are usually not addressed in classical BPD treatment. Imagery rehearsal therapy (IRT) is considered first in line treatment...
Mental health disparities result from complex factors, including differential diagnoses, lack of access to standard mental health treatments, and inconsistent application of treatments when care is accessed. The COVID-19 pandemic exacerbated these disparities as marginalized groups had less access to testing and care while having higher infection rates. Community-based forms of care, such as...
ABSTRACT Recent research on spiritual tourism has largely emphasised physical and psychological well-being, often overlooking an ontological dimension of spirituality and its potential to address fundamental human pursuit. This study advances the understanding of spiritual tourism by examining transcendental experiences among Chinese spiritual tourists in nature. Using semi-structured, in-depth...