In this randomized, controlled, and double-blind experiment with a relatively large sample (n = 262), a novel technique of audiovisual stimulation (AVS) was demonstrated to substantially improve self-reported mood states by reducing several negative affects, including anxiety and depression, and enhancing performance on mood-sensitive cognitive tasks. Most of the AVS effects were highly similar...
The integration of meditation, particularly Buddhist meditation, into psychotherapy, highlighting its potential as a therapeutic tool within clinical and counseling contexts. The primary focus is on two major types of Buddhist meditation: Samatha (tranquility meditation) and VipassanÄ (insight meditation). These practices, rooted in ancient texts like the Sutta Piá¹aka, aim to cultivate...
Psilocybin, the natural hallucinogen from Psilocybe (magic) mushrooms, is a highly promising drug candidate for the treatment of depression and several other mental health conditions. Biosynthesis of psilocybin from the amino acid l‐ tryptophan involves four strictly sequential modifications. The third of these, ATP‐dependent phosphorylation of the intermediate 4‐hydroxytryptamine, is catalysed...
The objective of this study is to investigate the effects of various doses of esketamine on the median effective concentration (EC50) of propofol required for inhibiting body movement during hysteroscopy. Additionally, this research aims to explore the pharmacodynamic interactions between esketamine and propofol. Prospective, double-blind, up-down sequential allocation study. Operating room,...
Psychedelics, including ketamine, 3,4-Methyl enedioxy methamphetamine (MDMA), and psilocybin, have gained attention for their potential therapeutic role in mental health treatment. While recreational use is prohibited in Canada, medicinal exemptions can be granted. There are several psychedelic clinics in Ontario, Canada, promoting the use of psychedelics for a variety of medical indications....
Objetivo: verificar, por meio de estudos científicos, se a utilização de psicodélicos para o tratamento de transtornos psiquiátricos é uma estratégia eficiente. Materiais e Métodos: trata-se de uma revisão integrativa da literatura, cujo questionamento norteador para a investigação foi: “A utilização de psicodélicos, em doses apropriadas, é mais eficaz no tratamento de transtornos psiquiátricos...
Despite the increasing fascination with employing virtual reality (VR) for mental health treatments, the exploration of meditation within VR environments remains significantly underexplored. Additionally, a research gap remains on the impacts of VR-enabled Zen meditation on stress alleviation and physiological wellness. This study aims to address these gaps by examining the impact of VR-based...
Caregiver stress can pose serious health and psychological concerns, highlighting the importance of timely interventions for family caregivers of people with dementia. Single-session mindfulness-based interventions could be a promising yet under-researched approach to enhancing their mental well-being within their unpredictable, time-constrained contexts. This trial will evaluate the...
Revista Eletrônica Acervo SaúdeOctober 18, 2024Lucas Siqueira Dos Santos, João Marcos Santos Oliveira, Layane Estefany Siqueira Dos Santos
Objetivo: Analisar as consequências para a saúde mental provocadas pelo consumo do Dietilamida do Ácido Lisérgico (LSD) e metilenodioximetanfetamina (MDMA) por jovens e adolescentes. Revisão bibliográfica: Este artigo promove uma discussão e análise acerca do consumo desenfreado de LSD e MDMA por jovens e adolescentes. O crescimento exponencial do mercado ilegal do tráfico de drogas e a criação...
Objective: The aesthetic qualities of psychedelic experiences have long been documented, but their specific contribution to therapeutic outcomes remains unexplored. This study investigates the role of psychedelic-induced aesthetic experiences in predicting positive psychological outcomes. Methods: Using a cross-sectional naturalistic survey, participants who had recently used classic...