Depression is a disorder characterized by significant and persistent depressed mood, cognitive impairment, impaired voluntary activity, working memory, and somatic symptoms. To determine the efficacy of Qi-based mindfulness therapy (QMT) in treating anxiety, depression, and sleep disturbances in individuals with mild-to-moderate depression. A self-controlled before-after trial was conducted....
Behavioral SciencesApril 18, 2025Laura García-pérez, Rosario Padial-Ruz, Mar Cepero-González et al.2 citations
(1) Background: University students' mental health (MH) is in crisis due to academic stress, lack of physical activity (PA), and low self-esteem. This study evaluated a 12-week PA and meditation intervention to enhance psychological well-being in Spanish university students. (2) Methods: A quasi-experimental design was used, with a non-randomized control group and pretest-posttest assessments....
Human life is extremely valuable in any circumstance. In this regard, both physical and mental health are crucial. The way in which an individual perceives himself and the circumstances he finds himself in can provide insight into his mental well-being. A person's life may be complicated by elements such as self-hatred, entrapment, and an inability to control one's emotions. Nevertheless,...
JURNAL EDUSCIENCEApril 17, 2025Muhamad Rozikan, A. Adisti, Muhammad Istiqlal
Purpose – This research explores the role of mindfulness counseling in reducing episodes of mania and depression in clients diagnosed with bipolar disorder within the context of Islamic higher education institutions. The study is framed within Kabat-Zinn’s theory of Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR), which emphasizes present-moment awareness and non-judgmental acceptance alongside the...
Abstract Purpose Loneliness, prevalent in people with spinal cord injuries (SCI), is negatively associated with mental health and quality of life. Mindfulness is a potential moderator that may buffer the negative impact of loneliness. This study aimed to explore the moderation effects of mindfulness on the relationship between loneliness, depression, and quality of life among people with SCI....
Anxiety is a widespread mental health concern that significantly impacts daily functioning and overall well-being for a portion of the overall population. Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) has sparked interest as a therapeutic approach integrating mindfulness meditation and yoga to promote self-awareness, emotional regulation, and stress resilience. This literature review examines the...
This short article highlights the challenges to conceptualising mindfulness within Coaching Psychology, the ethical concerns raised over the introduction of mindfulness into the workplace to support wellbeing, and the opportunity for a renewed focus on ethical frameworks and the impact of mindfulness training for Coaching Psychologists. The article explores how Coaching Psychology might draw on...
Mindfulness-based interventions have been shown to improve the quality of life of cancer patients and are widely recommended. This was a non-randomized, single-center study designed to assess the feasibility and benefits of a mindfulness and compassion program for individuals living with cancer (MCP-C). The primary objective was to evaluate the feasibility of the program, while the secondary...
There is burgeoning interest in the application of neuroscientific technology to facilitate meditation and lead to beneficial psychological outcomes. One popular approach is using consumer-grade neurofeedback devices to deliver feedback on brain targets during meditation (mindfulness-based neurofeedback). It is hypothesized that optimizing brain targets like alpha and theta band activity may...
AbstractBackground and aimsPsychedelic and MDMA-assisted psychotherapy are at the forefront of new treatment models for mental illnesses such as PTSD and depression, as well as improving well-being. Mindfulness meditation and loving-kindness meditation have also gained research traction, showing promise for enhancing emotional regulation and psychological well-being. This paper explores the...
Anxiety impacts both physical and mental health, yet it can be alleviated through exercise. This study aimed to investigate the effects of mindfulness-based aerobic dance on policewomen’s anxiety and compare them with those of traditional aerobic dance. A repeated-measures experimental design was employed to assess the effects of mindfulness-based aerobic dance and traditional aerobic dance on...
Mounting societal and clinical concerns about the mental health impacts of personal digital devices/services (social media, smartphones, gaming platforms, etc.) have underscored a need for evidence-based approaches to problematic technology use. Interventions and prevention strategies rooted in mindfulness-based techniques have proven helpful, supporting the development and maintenance of...
Background/Objectives: The high prevalence of anxiety and depression in early adolescents, along with the significant disability these conditions, represent a major challenge for mental health. This data underscores the need to understand the variables that predict mental health in this developmental period. Objective: Evaluate the predictive role of mindfulness, difficulties in emotional...
Mindfulness meditation has drawn increasing attention in psychological research over the past two decades, including growing interest in its potential cognitive benefits. Meta-analytic evidence suggests that mindfulness training might improve cognitive performance, but the mechanisms underlying these benefits have not been fully characterised. In this Perspective, we integrate empirical and...
Mindfulness is a promising psychological resource that can alleviate dysfunctional fear responses and promote mental health. We investigated how mindfulness affects fear and depression in isolated patients with coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), and whether it acts as a mediator. We conducted an online survey of COVID-19 patients undergoing at-home treatment from February to April 2022. The...
Mindfulness-based interventions (MBIs) can effectively reduce stress in people with multiple sclerosis (PwMS). Online MBIs address access barriers, but large-scale implementation from the perspectives of key knowledge users remains understudied. This study explored the implementation considerations of PwMS, care partners, MS clinicians and MBI instructors for building online MBIs for PwMS. A...
Many kidney transplant recipients continue to be affected by multiple symptoms even after their transplant. Mindfulness may be helpful to alleviate some of the symptoms. Our current study aimed to determine the efficacy of a single session of 20-minute mindful breathing in alleviating multiple symptoms in kidney transplant patients. Adult kidney transplant patients with at least one symptom...
MY-ENDO (Mind Your ENDOmetriosis) is a mindfulness- and acceptance-based endometriosis self-management intervention aimed at teaching women with symptomatic endometriosis how to manage and reduce negative physical, psychological, and social consequences of endometriosis. This study aimed at involving women with endometriosis in the co-development process of a digital version of MY-ENDO to...
Background: Pengabdian kepada masyarakat yang berfokus pada subjective well-being ini dilatarbelakangi oleh fenomena tingginya tekanan psikologis yang dialami siswa akibat tuntutan akademik, masalah pribadi, maupun hubungan social serta kurangnya keterampilan yang memadai untuk mengelola emosi diri. Siswa. Pelatihan ini menggunakan konseling kelompok dengan pendekatan Mindfulness Based...
Psychology, Health & MedicineApril 15, 2025Carlos Said Páez-márquez, Elkin Higuera-Dagovett, Jaime Tomás Rojas-Valencia1 citation
Traditional management strategies for diabetes primarily focus on behavioural risk factors and pharmacological therapies. Furthermore, mindfulness-based interventions (MBIs) aim to assist patients in recognising and accepting sensations, emotions and cognitions without automatic reactivity. This approach can potentially enhance glycaemic control and mental health in diabetic patients. This...