JMIR Formative Research
October 17, 2023
Nathan J. Dreesmann, D. Buchanan, H. Tang et al.
Background Effective symptom management is crucial to enhancing the quality of life for individuals with chronic diseases. Health care has changed markedly over the past decade as immersive, stand-alone, and wearable technologies including virtual reality have become available. One chronic pain population that could benefit from such an intervention is individuals with rheumatoid arthritis...
BMC Psychiatry
October 17, 2023
Paul A Bloom, David Pagliaccio, Jiahe Zhang et al.
17 citations
Adolescence is characterized by a heightened vulnerability for Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) onset, and currently, treatments are only effective for roughly half of adolescents with MDD. Accordingly, novel interventions are urgently needed. This study aims to establish mindfulness-based real-time fMRI neurofeedback (mbNF) as a non-invasive approach to downregulate the default mode network...
Journal of Humanistic Psychology
October 16, 2023
Marc Applebaum
7 citations
Mindfulness practices adapted from Theravada Buddhism have become widespread among many in Western societies who seek stress reduction and greater present-centeredness. Less well-known is the mindfulness practice in Sufism–the mystical path of Islam–known as meditative remembrance ( dhikr). While mindfulness is often understood as a self-help technique, the aim of Buddhist and Sufi meditative...
Journal of Social Work
October 16, 2023
Andrew David Eaton, Sean B. Rourke, Shelley L. Craig et al.
5 citations
Summary Mindfulness and cognitive training interventions are promising models to address impacts (e.g., anxiety and stress) of cognitive impairment among older adults. Combining strategies may yield better outcomes than models offered in isolation. However, there are numerous uncertainties about these interventions, potential for combination, and implementation. Social workers are well placed...
Mindfulness
October 16, 2023
Susanna Feruglio, M. S. Panasiti, Cristiano Crescentini et al.
Objectives Recent meta-analyses suggest that mindfulness meditation may enhance prosocial behavior, while evidence regarding moral behavior is still scarce. We combined a randomized controlled mindfulness training design with an ecologically valid moral decision-making task (Temptation to Lie Card Game; TLCG), in which participants were tempted to deceive an opponent to increase their monetary...
bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)
October 16, 2023
Xiaofei Jia, Rui Li, Changle Zhou
preprint
Abstract Leyi mental training comprises physical and mental cultivation methods, such as relaxation, breathing, meditation, koan, and cognitive regulation, with the ultimate goal of achieving enlightenment. Over a decade of practical experience has demonstrated its potential to enhance individuals’ mental well-being. In our study, we employed EEG and psychological scales to investigate the...
Frontiers in Psychiatry
October 16, 2023
Eline Haijen, Petra P M Hurks, Kim P. C. Kuypers
6 citations
Background Microdosing (MD), repeatedly taking psychedelics in small, non-hallucinogenic amounts, has been practiced by individuals to relieve attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) symptoms. Generally, adults diagnosed with ADHD have lower levels of mindfulness and differ in personality structure from non-ADHD adults. How MD affects mindfulness and personality in adults with ADHD...
British Journal of Visual Impairment
October 15, 2023
Edward Tran, Mohamed Aly, Nirmit Shah et al.
Vision impairment could have debilitating effects on patients’ mental, physical, and emotional health. Our study aims to understand the role of meditation and breathing exercises in the management of vision loss and its effects on patient’s disease progression. This study is designed as a systematic review and meta-analysis. Eligible studies were retrieved from MEDLINE, EMBASE, and CINAHL...
Brain Research Bulletin
October 15, 2023
Saampras Ganesan, Bradford A. Moffat, Nicholas T. van Dam et al.
13 citations
Mapping the neurobiology of meditation has been bolstered by functional MRI (fMRI) research, with advancements in ultra-high field 7 Tesla fMRI further enhancing signal quality and neuroanatomical resolution. Here, we utilize 7 Tesla fMRI to examine the neural substrates of meditation and replicate existing widespread findings, after accounting for relevant physiological confounds. In this...
Behaviour Research and Therapy
October 14, 2023
Jake Linardon
Randomized controlled trials (RCT) have established the efficacy of mindfulness apps for numerous mental health and behavioral outcomes. However, studies of this kind are characterized by significant problems with attrition and engagement, making it challenging to interpret these findings and realize the full potential of mindfulness app-based solutions. This systematic review and meta-analysis...
BMC Complementary Medicine and Therapies
October 14, 2023
Sine Skovbjerg, Antonia Sumbundu, Michelle Kolls et al.
11 citations
Stress and mental disorders in pregnancy can adversely affect the developing fetus. Women with a preconception history of mental disorders or of psychosocial vulnerabilities are at increased risk of experiencing perinatal stress or mental health problems. Mindfulness-Based-Stress-Reduction (MBSR) is an acceptable intervention for pregnant women and has a growing evidence-base with meta-analyses...
arXiv Preprint Archive
October 14, 2023
Brendan Conway-Smith, Robert L. West
preprint
This paper will explore ways of computationally accounting for the metacognitive threshold -- the minimum amount of stimulus needed for a mental state to be perceived -- and discuss potential cognitive mechanisms by which this threshold can be influenced through metacognitive training and meditation.
Research Square
October 13, 2023
Mirela Simona Calinici, Tudor Calinici, Horatiu Traian Crisan
preprint
Abstract Background The present paper investigates the impact of a mindfulness-based intervention, focused on psychological flexibility and emotional intelligence, in a sample of medical students. Methods The assessed variables were psychological flexibility, emotional intelligence, dysregulation, and distress (depression, anxiety and stress symptoms). The applied intervention was Mindfulness...
JMIR Research Protocols
October 13, 2023
Emily C Woodworth, Ellie A Briskin, Evan Plys et al.
Background: Informal caregivers (ie, individuals who provide assistance to a known person with health or functional needs, often unpaid) experience high levels of stress. Caregiver stress is associated with negative outcomes for both caregivers and care recipients. Mindfulness-based interventions (MBIs) show promise for improving stress, emotional distress, and sleep disturbance in caregivers...
International journal of mental health systems
October 13, 2023
Giovana Gonçalves Gallo, Daniela Fernandez Curado, Mayra Pires Alves Machado et al.
18 citations
The development of mental health disorders is common in the university population, and mindfulness-based interventions (MBIs) seem to be effective in addressing them in different contexts. Thus, this study investigated the impact of an 8-week MBI adapted to university students from the Mindfulness-Based Relapse Prevention (MBSR) on different symptoms related to mental health problems,...
Journal of Medical Education Research
October 12, 2023
Petra Hanson
1 citation
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MQRInvestigar
October 12, 2023
Estela Isabel Galarza Villavicencio, Geovanny Genaro Reiván Ortiz
2 citations
Introducción: El mindfulness se presenta en la actualidad como una técnica efectiva en el tratamiento de diversas psicopatologías, siendo enmarcada dentro de las terapias de tercera generación. Objetivo: El presente estudio se enfoca en evaluar la efectividad de la técnica mindfulness como un recurso terapéutico para la reducción de trastornos psicológicos. Metodología: Se realizó una revisión...
Preprints.org
October 12, 2023
preprint
8-Week Zen Meditation and Music Programme for Mindfullness and Happiness: Qualitative Content Analysis
Trials
October 12, 2023
Winnie Lai-Sheung Cheng, Anson Chui-Yan Tang, Mark Cheuk-Man Tsang et al.
4 citations
The negative impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on public health have affected people socially, psychologically, and physically. Young people particularly are having to adjust many aspects of their personal lives: including transitions to work, college, and independent living. Personal resources are important in mitigating stress and improve mental well-being during pandemic. Sense of...
Journal of Medical Internet Research
October 12, 2023
Grant Jones, Franchesca Castro-Ramirez, Taylor Mcguire et al.
3 citations
This study replicates and extends findings that "healing attempt"-a brief digital music-based mindfulness intervention-represents a feasible and potentially effective intervention for race-based anxiety in the Black community.