The Iranian Journal of Neurodevelopmental Disorders
2024
Farhad Mahidashti, Zeinab Mihandoost, Homeira Soleimannejad
Purpose: The aim of the present study was to compare the effectiveness of Hatha Yoga exercises and mindfulness-based therapy on generalized anxiety and existential anxiety in physically active and inactive men aged 30 to 50 years in the city of Kermanshah. Methods and Materials: This study employed a quasi-experimental design with a pre-test, post-test, and a 2-month follow-up period, along...
Journal of Assessment and Research in Applied Counseling
2024
Mahdi Chitsaz, Ezzatollah Ahmadi, Hassan Bafandeh Qaramaleki
Objective: The present study aimed to determine the effectiveness of mindfulness-based intervention on sleep problems and depression in adolescents. Methods and Materials: This research was a quasi-experimental study with a pre-test and post-test design, along with a control group. The statistical population included all high school students with sleep problems in the city of Azarshahr during...
Psychology of Woman Journal
2024
Mahmoud Fatahi, Asadollah Vaisi, Omid Moradi
Objective: This study aimed to compare the effectiveness of group counseling using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) on self-compassion among mothers of educable children. Methods and Materials: This research was a quasi-experimental study with a control group, utilizing a pre-test and post-test design with a control group and a 5-month...
Journal of Adolescent and Youth Psychological Studies
2024
Fahimeh Sistani, Felor Khayatan, Zahra Yousefi
Objective: The present study aimed to investigate the effectiveness of mindfulness-based cognitive therapy on narcissism and perfectionism in single women reluctant to marry. Materials and Methods: The research design was quasi-experimental with a pretest-posttest and follow-up structure and a control group. The statistical population included all female students from Azad universities in...
Mental Health and Lifestyle Journal
2024
Fatemeh Haghdoost, Ashrafalsadat Giti Ghoreishi
The present study aimed to examine the effectiveness of Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) on anxiety and rumination levels in women diagnosed with Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD). This study employed a quasi-experimental design with pre-test and post-test measures to assess changes in both the experimental and control groups. The statistical population consisted of all women diagnosed...
International Journal of Education and Cognitive Sciences
2024
Khaled Badpa, Allahnazar Alisofi, Habib Keykha
Purpose: The present study aims to determine the effectiveness of mindfulness-based cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) focused on anger management in reducing bullying among male middle school students in Chabahar. Methodology: This research employs a quasi-experimental method with a pre-test and post-test design. The statistical population consists of all male middle school students in...
Journal of Assessment and Research in Applied Counseling
2024
Elham Ghalandari, Bahram Mirzaian, Seyedeh Olia Emadian
Objective: The aim of the present study was to examine the effectiveness of mindfulness-based cognitive therapy on self-blame and cognitive avoidance in adolescents with subclinical depression. Methods and Materials: This research utilized a quasi-experimental method with a pretest-posttest design and a control group. The statistical population of the present study consisted of all...
Applied Family Therapy Journal
2024
Sepehr Parsarad, Reza Kazemi, Sahar Salahi et al.
Objective: The present study aimed to determine the effectiveness of mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT) on resilience and self-efficacy in female heads of households. Methods: This research employed a quasi-experimental method with a pre-test and post-test control group design. The statistical population included female heads of households who sought counseling services at centers in...
Applied Family Therapy Journal
2024
Reza Pouryounes Abkenar, Mozhgan Ebrahimi Looyeh, Ahmad Shamsaldini
Objective: The present study aimed to examine the effectiveness of mindfulness-based cognitive therapy on the quality of life and resilience of women suffering from chronic pain. Method: This was a quasi-experimental study using a pre-test, post-test, and follow-up design with a control group. The sample consisted of 120 women with chronic pain who visited medical centers in Tonekabon, from...
Psychology of Woman Journal
2024
Marzieh Mohammadzadeh, SHahram Mami, Vahid Ahmadi et al.
Objective: Pregnancy is a unique period in the life of every woman. Although pregnancy and childbirth can be a pleasant and enjoyable experience, they are also considered stressful experiences. Therefore, this study aimed to compare the effectiveness of Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) on psychological well-being and death anxiety in pregnant...
Journal of Psychological Dynamics in Mood Disorders
2024
Ayatollah Karimi Baghmalek, Foroogh Mahigir, Nastaran Riazi
Objective: The primary objective of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness of the Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) program on reducing anxiety, rumination, and dysfunctional attitudes in men undergoing drug-free addiction treatment. Methods and Materials: This randomized controlled trial included 30 men undergoing drug-free addiction treatment in Ahvaz city. Participants were...
Journal of Psychological Dynamics in Mood Disorders
2024
Tayebeh Delshad, Leila Sadat Modaresi
Objective: This study aimed to investigate the effectiveness of Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) on hope and distress tolerance in mothers of children with physical disabilities. Methods and Materials: This quasi-experimental study employed a pre-test, post-test, and follow-up design with a control group. The statistical population included mothers of children with physical...
Journal of Adolescent and Youth Psychological Studies
2024
Khadijeh Niknam, Zabih Pirani, Firoozeh Zanganeh
Objective: The aim of the present study was to assess the effectiveness of mindfulness training based on stress reduction and time management skills on academic emotions. Methods and Materials: The research method was a quasi-experimental design with a pre-test-post-test with a control group. The population consisted of all female students in the first cycle of secondary school in the city of...
Mindfulness
2024
Alison Evans, Gemma Maria Griffith, Janet Smithson
Abstract Objectives Mindfulness-based supervision (MBS) is a vital support for teachers of mindfulness-based programmes (MBPs), and good practice guidance requires mindfulness teachers to have at least 4 hr of MBS a year. Despite this, underpinning theory and research on MBS is sparse. This study explores the perspectives of supervisors and supervisees to identify helpful and unhelpful...
Alzheimer S and Dementia Diagnosis Assessment and Disease Monitoring
2024
Ylenia D'elia, Tim Whitfield, Marco Schlosser et al.
Older adults experiencing subjective cognitive decline (SCD) have a higher risk of dementia. Reducing this risk through behavioral interventions, which can increase emotional well-being (mindfulness and compassion) and physical activity, is crucial in SCD. SCD-Well is a multicenter, observer-blind, randomized, controlled, superiority trial. Three hundred forty-seven participants (mean [standard...
Global Advances in Integrative Medicine and Health
2024
Christina M. Luberto, Sydney Crute, Amy Z Wang et al.
Following acute coronary syndrome (ACS), up to 40% of patients report elevated depressive symptoms which is associated with a two-fold increase in mortality risk due to behavioral and biological mechanisms. Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) delivered via synchronous group videoconferencing could help reduce depressive symptoms. To guide MBCT adaptation for ACS patients for a future...
Frontiers in Oncology
2024
XiaoQian Lan, HongMei Xie, Lan Fu et al.
Mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) has been widely used for improving psychological symptoms and sleep quality in breast cancer patients and has a positive impact on posttraumatic growth and immunology. Moreover, MBSR is increasingly being used in cancer-related fatigue (CRF) intervention studies for breast cancer patients, but conflicting results also exist. This study aimed to evaluate...
African Journal of Biomedical Research
2024
Kiran Sanwal, Om Ji, Prof. P.K. Goswami
Meditation has emerged as a widely recognized practice for enhancing overall well-being, significantly impacting the quality of life (QoL). This review investigates into the multi-layered benefits of meditation, exploring its impact on physical, mental, and emotional health. Meditation promotes stress reduction, increases emotional resilience, and promotes better health outcomes through its...
International journal of Sport Studies for Health
2024
Meysam Yavari Kateb, E Arab Ameri, Reza Rostami et al.
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Background: Mindfulness and tDCS have been shown to have psychological and physiological effects. However, the effects of using both simultaneously have not yet been fully determined. Objectives: This study aimed to investigate the effect of a tDCS-mindfulness program on selective attention in skilled badminton players. Methods: Thirty-six healthy skilled male badminton players were selected...
Journal of Contemplative and Holistic Education
2024
Steve Haberlin
In this autoethnographical reflective essay, the author recounts his struggles and micro-victories with integrating brief meditation with undergraduates at a private college. The reflection offers three major insights for other faculty considering sharing meditation in higher education.