CINEC Academic Journal
August 23, 2023
Nilanthi Jayatillake, Sampath Siriwardena
The term Meditation is a process whereby one can make a conscious effort to relax and achieve profound peacefulness in mind. Meditation supports people to strive for transformation of the mind to take control of their inner self, understand the reality of life, practice the art of detachment and lead a simple lifestyle. This paper fundamentally assesses the impact of meditation of suspects on...
Advances in neurodevelopmental disorders
August 23, 2023
Nirbhay Nand Singh, Giulio E. Lancioni, Yoon-Suk Hwang et al.
5 citations
Abstract Objectives Research suggests that the quality of life of professional caregivers of individuals with intellectual disabilities and autism spectrum disorder can be enhanced through mindfulness-based training. The effects of such training have been evidenced in terms of perceived psychological stress, compassion satisfaction, compassion fatigue (i.e., burnout, secondary traumatic...
Journal of Affective Disorders
August 23, 2023
Claudia Hurwitz, Christine T Shiner, Maria J Sharrock et al.
Background: Clinical trials support the efficacy of mindfulness-enhanced, internet-based cognitive behavioural therapies (CBT) in reducing anxiety and depression symptom severity. However, it is unclear how effective these interventions are when delivered in routine clinical care settings. This study investigated the utilisation and treatment outcomes of an online mindfulness-enhanced CBT...
Mindfulness
August 23, 2023
Joshua J. Knabb, Veola E. Vazquez
17 citations
Abstract In this commentary on “Mindfulness for Global Public Health: Critical Analysis and Agenda,” the authors affirm Oman’s emphasis on the need for alternative religious-derived meditative programs and interventions, placed alongside Buddhist-derived mindfulness, for global public health. To begin, we highlight areas of agreement with Oman, then provide a metaphor we believe fittingly...
Modern Care Journal
August 22, 2023
Zahra Ahmadi Yegane, Ahmad Nasiri, Sara Sahranavard et al.
4 citations
Background: Breast cancer diagnosis and treatment can negatively impact the quality of life and lead to symptoms such as insomnia, depression, and anxiety. Internet-delivered interventions may reduce these symptoms in patients with limited access to face-to-face psychological treatments. Objectives: This study aimed to determine the effect of online mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR)...
medRxiv
August 22, 2023
Yasmin Lalani, Alexandra Godinho, Kirsten Ellison et al.
preprint
Abstract Background People with cancer experience heightened levels of stress and anxiety, including psychological or physical. In recent years, digitally delivered complimentary therapies, such as meditation, have gained attention in cancer research and advocacy communities for improving quality of life. However, most digital meditation resources are commercially available and are not tailored...
Heart & Lung
August 21, 2023
Huijing Zou, Sek Ying Chair, Dan Luo et al.
Background: People frequently experience physical and psychological challenges (e.g., depression and anxiety) and high risk of poor prognosis after an acute coronary event. Mindfulness-based intervention holds promise as an effective approach to promoting health and well-being. Objectives: To explore the feasibility, acceptability, and potential effects on psychological distress, cardiovascular...
Turkish Journal of Sport and Exercise
August 21, 2023
Nuh Osman Yıldız, Aydanur Önal, Zülbiye Kaçay
1 citation
The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of athlete mindfulness, which is expressed as the ability of athletes to establish a cause-effect relationship without losing the perception of reality in the moments and situations related to sports, on the development of their psychological skills, which is emphasized by sports psychologists to positively affect athlete performance by 85%....
August 21, 2023
Natalia Van Doren, Helen Ng, Eshaan S. Rawat et al.
preprint
Background: Mindfulness training is effective in aiding recovery from substance use disorders; however, its adoption can be difficult due to environmental and personal distractions. Virtual reality (VR) may help overcome these challenges by providing an immersive environment for practicing mindfulness and helping users focus on the present moment. However, there is currently limited knowledge...
PsyArXiv
August 21, 2023
Yair Dor-Ziderman, Yoav Schweitzer, Ohad Nave et al.
3 citations
preprint
We recently showed using a magnetoencephalogram visual mismatch-response paradigm that self-specific prediction-based neural mechanisms shield the self from existential threat by attributing death to the ‘other’. Here we test the pre-registered hypothesis that mindfulness meditation is associated with a reduction in the brain’s defensiveness towards mortality. Additionally, we examine putative...
Journal of Affective Disorders
August 19, 2023
Sarita Silveira, Malvika Godara, Anna Faschinger et al.
Background: Emotion processing deficits of alexithymia are a transdiagnostic risk factor. While such deficits are malleable, the differential efficacy of brief scalable digital mental trainings remains understudied. Methods: This randomized controlled trial probed the efficacy of mindfulness-based (MB) and partner-based socio-emotional Affect Dyad (SE) practice, both supported by weekly...
Mental Health Weekly
August 19, 2023
Valerie A. Canady
Mindfulness, considered a robust coping mechanism, can serve as a potential buffer to the negative consequences of impulsivity associated with suicide ideation among young Black adults, according to researchers of a study published in Mindfulness. Researchers said the current research is the first to examine mindfulness in addressing suicidal ideation among the younger Black population.
L'Encephale
August 19, 2023
Tangui Barré, Faredj Cherikh, Patrizia Carrieri et al.
Cannabis use is being increasingly liberalized worldwide, and an increasing prevalence of cannabis-use disorder (CUD) is observed. The few current therapeutic options for CUD are only modestly effective. Mindfulness-based interventions offer promising prospects for the management of substance-use disorders. However, despite proliferating literature on mindfulness and substance use, few studies...
International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health
August 18, 2023
Ilse Blignault, Hend Saab, Hanan Youssef et al.
Meeting the health needs of migrant and refugee communities is crucial to successful settlement and integration. These communities are often under-served by mental health services. Previous research has demonstrated the effectiveness of a group mindfulness-based intervention tailored for Arabic and Bangla speakers living in Sydney, Australia. This study aimed to explore community partner...
BMC Geriatrics
August 18, 2023
Yvonne Hsiung, Yi‐Heng Chen, Li-Chan Lin et al.
15 citations
Abstract Background Despite the need to incorporate seniors from various settings into mindfulness-based empirical research, issues of geriatric frailties and non-compliance remain. This study aimed to evaluate the effects of a mindfulness-based elder care (MBEC) program on mental health and spiritual well-being among seniors with disabilities in long-term care residential settings. Methods...
Research Square
August 17, 2023
Nadia Chakroun-Baggioni, Rebecca Shankland, Estelle Fall
preprint
Abstract Although the literature has shown that attachment and mindfulness are related to relationship quality, their cumulative effect remains unclear. This study aims to understand the impact of mindfulness on the relationship between parental and adult attachment styles and the quality of relationships with parents and romantic partners in young adults. Data were collected on 195 first-year...
Brain Sciences
August 17, 2023
Bassam Abomoelak, Ray Prather, Samani U Pragya et al.
The impact of different meditation protocols on human health is explored at the cognitive and cellular levels. Preksha Dhyana meditation has been observed to seemingly affect the cognitive performance, transcriptome, and methylome of healthy and novice participant practitioners. In this study, we performed correlation analyses to investigate the presence of any relationships in the changes in...
Jurnal Keperawatan Mandira Cendikia
August 16, 2023
Resti Pratiwi
Semakin meningkatnya usia maka semakin banyak permasalahan kesehatan yang dirasakan oleh lansia, selain penyakit fisik lansia juga kerap mengalami permasalahan mental seperti kesepian, kecemasan dan depresi. Tingkat prevalensi kecemasan berdasarkan usia dan jenis kelamin, memuncak pada usia dewasa tua, diatas 7,5% diantaranya perempuan berusia 55-74 tahun, diatas 5,5% di antaranya laki-laki,...
Psycho-Oncology
August 16, 2023
Puttichai Tungtong, Adelita V Ranchor, Maya J. Schroevers
Objective: Cancer patients are at an increased risk for affective problems, including feelings of anxiety and depression. Mindfulness has been linked to an array of benefits for affective functioning in various populations including cancer patients, but the mechanisms underlying this relationship are still poorly understood. Based on emotion-regulation and stress-coping models, this study...
Research Square
August 16, 2023
Anurag Jayswal, Kabita Devi, Ajanta Deka et al.
preprint
Abstract In this study, we are implementing an easy technique of coordination between breathing and thumb movement on finger divisions, which is performed with closed eyes for a short duration of five minutes. This technique has been practiced by a small group of 28 participants in a natural classroom setting and its immediate impact on calming down and inducing sleep was observed distinctly (p...