Journal of Holistic Nursing
February 25, 2022
Teressa M Wexler, J. Schellinger
Introduction: The impact of occupational stress on the mental health and well-being of nurses is a growing concern, magnified by the COVID-19 pandemic. Such compromised health is considered an occupational and patient safety risk. Our aim is to critically examine, analyze, and synthesize the evidence regarding MBSR on the perceived stress levels of nurses including overall mental health and...
Neuropsychopharmacology
February 25, 2022
Friederike Holze, Laura Ley, Felix Müller et al.
223 citations
Abstract Growing interest has been seen in using lysergic acid diethylamide (LSD) and psilocybin in psychiatric research and therapy. However, no modern studies have evaluated differences in subjective and autonomic effects of LSD and psilocybin or their similarities and dose equivalence. We used a double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled, crossover design in 28 healthy subjects (14 women,...
Creativity Studies
February 23, 2022
Danah Henriksen, William Heywood, Natalie Gruber
Given the applied nature of creativity in the arts and design, it is important to understand the conditions and practices that support it. Most research suggests that ideal conditions for creativity are often mental and emotional – involving relaxed, yet alert and focused, states of mind. This article explores the connection between mindfulness and creativity in the experiences of students in a...
Journal of Clinical Nursing
February 20, 2022
Hadassah Joann Ramachandran, Muhammad Shaheed Bin Mahmud, Priyadharshni Rajendran et al.
AIMS AND OBJECTIVES The aim of this study was to investigate the effectiveness of mindfulness-based interventions on psychological well-being, burnout and post-traumatic stress disorder symptoms among working registered nurses. BACKGROUND Nurses account for nearly half of the global healthcare workforce and are considered significant contributors in multi-disciplinary healthcare teams. Yet,...
Sleep
February 18, 2022
Stephanie Bourboulis, Michael Gradisar, Michal Kahn
5 citations
STUDY OBJECTIVES: Recurrent nightmares in childhood may have a range of detrimental effects for both the child and parents. This randomized controlled trial evaluated the efficacy of a novel parent-based intervention for childhood nightmares, using a new device called the "Dream Changer." METHODS: A total of 56 children aged 3-10 years (M = 7.1 ± 2.1 years; 51.8% boys), and one of their parents...
Human Psychopharmacology: Clinical and Experimental
February 17, 2022
Edward James, Joachim Keppler, Ben Sessa et al.
41 citations
Abstract Objective Reports have indicated possible uses of ayahuasca for the treatment of conditions including depression, addictions, post‐traumatic stress disorder, anxiety and specific psychoneuroendocrine immune system pathologies. The article assesses potential ayahuasca and N,N‐dimethyltryptamine (DMT) integration with contemporary healthcare. The review also seeks to provide a summary of...
Journal of Nursing Management
February 16, 2022
Junye Yu, Yuanyuan Song, Hua Dan et al.
15 citations
AIM: The aim of this study was to evaluate factors influencing mindfulness among clinical nurses in China. BACKGROUND: Mindfulness has positive effects on nurses' negative emotions and job burnout. However, few studies have explored the antecedent variables of mindfulness. METHODS: A total of 358 clinical nurses in Beijing Aerospace Center Hospital completed a cross-sectional survey between...
BMJ Open
February 15, 2022
Chen Pan, Bingyu Tie, Weichao Yuwen et al.
Introduction: Insomnia has a remarkably negative effect on the work, quality of life and psychosomatic health of individuals, and imposes a substantial economic burden on society. Mindfulness-based interventions (MBIs) have proven beneficial in the treatment of insomnia. However, the effect of mobile or online-based (mHealth) MBIs requires further verification. This study will evaluate the...
Research Square
February 14, 2022
Sachin Ahuja, Madeline Brendle, Leo Smart et al.
2 citations
preprint
Abstract Background Ketamine has emerged as a promising pharmacotherapy for depression and other mental illnesses, and the intramuscular (IM) administration of ketamine is now offered at many North American outpatient psychiatric clinics. However, a characterization of the outpatient population receiving IM ketamine treatment, and an evaluation of the real-world efficacy and safety of long-term...
Current Psychology
February 12, 2022
Sylvia Sensiper
There is a growing interest in contemplative practices in higher education. Researchers have explored the use of meditation to address the increasing requests for counseling and as a resource for improving student mental health. Contemplative practices have also been incorporated into the fundamental learning objectives in some US universities. This study of teaching methods uses first-person...