International Journal of Methods in Psychiatric Research
September 12, 2023
Ben Wijnen, Maud Jansen, Annelieke S M Van Velthoven et al.
2 citations
Aim of this study was to assess the cost-effectiveness and cost-utility of mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT) and treatment as usual (TAU) compared to TAU alone in adults with Bipolar disorder (BD). An economic evaluation with a time horizon of 15 months was conducted from a societal perspective. Outcomes were expressed in costs per quality adjusted life years (QALYs) and costs per...
Pakistan Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences
September 8, 2023
Sehrish Naeem, Kiran Akram, Tehmina Aziz
2 citations
The study attempted to investigate prevalence and effectiveness of super-natural healing for possible Mental Disorders. The study focused on the spiritual healing practices which are widely spread across Pakistan. The patients were asked for their symptoms, incidence and onset of symptoms, severity and intensity of symptoms and recurrence. On the basis of which, the patients were diagnosed...
EClinicalMedicine
September 8, 2023
Mathilde Argote, Guillaume Sescousse, Jérôme Brunelin et al.
31 citations
Background: The association between cannabis use and positive symptoms in schizophrenia spectrum disorders is well documented, especially via meta-analyses. Yet, findings are inconsistent regarding negative symptoms, while other dimensions such as disorganization, depression, and excitement, have not been investigated. In addition, meta-analyses use aggregated data discarding important...
Phenomenology and the Cognitive Sciences
September 8, 2023
Enara García
9 citations
Abstract Several enactive-phenomenological perspectives have pointed to affectivity as a central aspect of mental disorders. Indeed, from an enactive perspective, sense-making is an inherently affective process. A question remains on the role of different forms of affective experiences (i.e., existential feelings, atmospheres, moods, and emotions) in sense-making and, consequently, in mental...
Current Addiction Reports
September 8, 2023
Anna Ross, Jake Hawthorn
Abstract Purpose of Review The use of certain illicit substances as a form of therapy, and particularly as an adjunct to psychotherapy, has gained increasing media and academic attention over the last decade, culminating in what has been coined “the psychedelic renaissance.” This section in Current Addiction Reports has been developed in order to highlight the new and emerging research around...
Current Psychology
September 8, 2023
Camile Bahi, Mona Irrmischer, Katrien Franken et al.
27 citations
Abstract Breathwork as a means of inducing non-ordinary states of consciousness is gaining traction as a potential therapeutic modality. We examined the effects of breathwork (in the form of connected breathing) on electroencephalography (EEG) and mood in 20 healthy participants (aged between 23 and 39 years (female = 11, M age = 29). In addition, to compare with other means of inducing...
Medicines
September 7, 2023
Hidetaka Hamasaki
Background: Previous research has demonstrated the effectiveness of mindfulness interventions in improving glycemic control. By enhancing attention control, emotion regulation, and self-awareness, mindfulness shows promise in managing the lifestyle factors associated with cardiovascular disease risk. However, the impact of mindfulness on glycemic control in people with diabetes remains unclear....
Berkeley Undergraduate Journal
September 7, 2023
Dylan Earp
There has been an emergence in psychedelic science in recent years, in both basic and applied research. Clinical trials have shown psychedelic drugs to be exceptionally effective in treating psychiatric illnesses such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and depression, while other research suggests they may be effective in treating a range of other indications in the future. Outside of the...
Brain, Behavior, and Immunity
September 7, 2023
Natasha L. Mason, Attila Szabo, Kim P. C. Kuypers et al.
83 citations
Patients characterized by stress-related disorders such as depression display elevated circulating concentrations of pro-inflammatory cytokines and a hyperactive HPA axis. Psychedelics are demonstrating promising results in treatment of such disorders, however the mechanisms of their therapeutic effects are still unknown. To date the evidence of acute and persisting effects of psychedelics on...
Journal of Outdoor Recreation Education and Leadership
September 6, 2023
Laura Bass, TA Loeffler
4 citations
Urbanization contributes to a collective disconnection from nature and an increase in mental health-related illnesses. Women were the focus for this research, as they disproportionately experience anxiety, depression, phobias, and comorbidity of conditions. This qualitative study investigated the mental health benefits of practicing mindfulness in nature, and its influence on stewardship in...