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Meditation research published in 2026

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Mind-manifesting? Examining naturalistic reports from psychedelics, cannabis, meditation, and dreams from the ALTERD mobile application

bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory) August 4, 2026 Conor H. Murray, Michael Angyus, Sam Suchin et al. preprint

Abstract Altered states of consciousness (ASC) refer to states that differ markedly from normal waking consciousness. ASC may occur spontaneously, such as in dreaming, or through consciousness modifying techniques, from meditation, to cannabis and psychedelics. The etymology behind the term psychedelic, meaning mind-manifesting, is based on the hypothesis that certain substances, including...

Finding flow at the piano: psychological regulation and configurational profiles among art students at Chinese sport universities.

Frontiers in Psychology August 3, 2026 Yaqing Zhang

Purpose: This study examined whether general self-reported psychological regulatory resources were associated with retrospectively reported piano performance flow among art students at Chinese sport universities, focusing on mindfulness, self-control, and adaptive and maladaptive cognitive emotion regulation. Methods: A cross-sectional survey was conducted with 1,476 art students from 10...

Efficacy of Mindfulness Integrated Cognitive Behavior Therapy for Psychological Distress among Patients with Substance Use Disorder: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Pakistan Journal of Positive Psychology August 3, 2026

Substance use disorders represent a significant public health concern in Pakistan, with methamphetamine showing increasing prevalence, particularly among adults. In light of the escalating incidence of methamphetamine-type stimulant (MTS) consumption observed in Pakistan, this research endeavor sought to assess the efficacy of Mindfulness integrated cognitive behavior therapy (MICBT) for...

Program Edukasi Hadir Seutuhnya : Mengatasi Distorsi Kognitif dan Fear of Missing Out (FOMO) Remaja Melalui Integrasi Mindfulness dan Tafakur

Jurnal Pengabdian Masyarakat Bangsa August 3, 2026 Hizratul Musalma, Dedek Indriani, M Wahyu Alhabib et al.

Fenomena Fear of Missing Out (FOMO) dan distorsi kognitif semakin meningkat di kalangan remaja akibat intensifnya penggunaan media sosial sehingga berdampak negatif terhadap konsentrasi belajar, regulasi emosi, dan kesejahteraan psikologis. Kegiatan pengabdian kepada masyarakat ini mengimplementasikan Program Edukasi "Hadir Seutuhnya" pada 28 remaja SMA yang terdiri atas 10 laki-laki dan 18...

DIGITAL ISLAMIC SPIRITUAL INTERVENTION TO IMPROVE MINDFULNESS AND REDUCE ANXIETY AMONG NURSING STUDENTS

The Indonesian Journal of Public Health August 3, 2026 Melati Anggraini, Supriyadi Supriyadi, Isna Hikmawati et al.

Introduction: University students represent a vulnerable population navigating psychosocial transitions from adolescence to adulthood. Studies indicate that 50–60% of students worldwide experience significantly elevated anxiety levels, particularly during the final stages of their academic journey. This high prevalence can impair cognitive performance and emotional well-being. Digital...

Mindfulness-Based Infant Parenting: A Feasibility Study of the Integrative Mindfulness-Based Infant Parenting Program

Mindfulness August 3, 2026 Or Burstein, Zipi Teshale Zevin, Or Lipschits et al.

Abstract Objectives This non-randomized feasibility study evaluated the Integrative Mindfulness-Based Infant Parenting Program (IMIP), a mindfulness-based intervention designed for the unique demands of parenting during infancy, including in high-risk contexts such as preterm birth. We sought to assess the feasibility of IMIP delivery and evaluation and to descriptively characterize pre–post...

Effects of Meditation Practice on Body Balance Training

Mindfulness August 3, 2026 Davide Anchisi, Brenno Ros, Luigino Sepulcri

Abstract Objectives Meditation may help athletes optimize performance, but measuring competitive results alone fails to isolate its specific effects. The present study evaluated whether meditation practice, in conjunction with stability exercises, improves body balance, a foundational skill relevant for action execution and athletic performance. Method High school students ( n = 81) were...

Mindfulness in Latin America: Psychometric Insights from the Mindful Attention Awareness Scale (MAAS-5) Across Four Countries

European Journal of Mental Health August 3, 2026 Daniel E. Yupanqui-Lorenzo, Ivan Diaz-Leon, Luis Palao-Loayza et al.

Introduction: The high prevalence of mental health challenges in Latin America highlights the need for brief, culturally sensitive instruments capable of accurately assessing protective psychological resources, such as mindfulness. Aim: Accordingly, the present study aimed to examine the psychometric properties of the abbreviated Mindful Attention Awareness Scale (MAAS-5) in four...

Hubungan Antara Mindfulness dan Dukungan Keluarga dengan Regulasi Emosi pada Narapidana

Reslaj Religion Education Social Laa Roiba Journal August 2, 2026 Mohamad Amir Mahfudh, Trubus Raharjo

This study aims to examine the relationship between mindfulness and family support on emotional regulation among inmates at the Class IIB Kudus State Detention Center. Emotional regulation refers to an individual's ability to manage, control, and express emotions adaptively, while mindfulness and family support are considered important factors in helping inmates cope with psychological...

Logomeditation: A Structured Contemplative Method of Attention, Virtue, and Meaning Grounded in Logotherapy and Existential Analysis

Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research) August 2, 2026 Julius Barreto-Lins preprint

Contemporary mindfulness-based interventions have established a substantial evidence base for the training of attention and the reduction of reactivity. Their design — originally inspired by Buddhist contemplative practice and then deliberately secularized for delivery within medicine and psychology — brackets culture, faith, and personhood by design, and is explicit about doing so. This paper...

A Pilot Study of Mindfulness Training for Internalizing Problems among Boarding School Adolescents

Journal of Community Service and Empowerment August 2, 2026 Nandy Agustin Syakarofath, Aisyah Nabilah Ardelia

Adolescence is a complex transition period prone to various emotional and behavioral problems, particularly for those in boarding school environments characterized by high demands and social pressures. This study explored the application of Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) training to address internalizing problems among boarding school adolescents. Out of 82 adolescents surveyed, 14...

The Effectiveness of Group Mindfulness‑Based Stress Reduction on Treatment Adherence, Existential Anxiety, and Stress‑Coping Strategies in Men with Gastric Cancer

Rooyesh Psychological Journal August 1, 2026 Kavian Hadipour, Hassan Satvat Qasriki

This study aimed to determine the effectiveness of Group Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) on treatment adherence, existential anxiety, and stress-coping strategies in men with gastric cancer. The research employed a quasi-experimental design with pretest–posttest and a control group. The study population consisted of male patients with gastric cancer in Urmia during the first half of...

Efficacy of an online attachment priming and mindfulness practice intervention for insomnia, stress, and emotion regulation in university students: A randomized controlled trial.

Applied Psychology: Health and Well-Being August 1, 2026 Jodie C. Stevenson, Meghann Matthews, Umair Akram

Despite the availability of student well-being services, university students remain highly susceptible to mental health challenges. Recent research highlights the potential of mindfulness-based interventions and attachment security priming in enhancing psychological well-being. This study compared the immediate and sustained effects of digitally delivered attachment priming and...

DOI: 10.1111/aphw.70202 (opens in new tab) Full text (opens in new tab) Mindfulness Humans Stress, psychological Object attachment +10

Workaholism, Mindfulness, and Work-Related Quality of Life Among Nursing Educators in Saudi Nursing Colleges: A Multisite Cross-Sectional Study.

International Journal of Mental Health Nursing August 1, 2026 Daniel Joseph E Berdida

Workaholism has been widely examined among employees across occupational groups, but limited empirical evidence is available on its association with work-related quality of life (WRQoL) among nursing educators. This study examined whether mindfulness statistically mediated the association between workaholism and WRQoL among nursing educators. A multisite observational study using a...

DOI: 10.1111/inm.70306 (opens in new tab) Full text (opens in new tab) Mindfulness Humans Cross-sectional studies Behavior, addictive +8

In the Problem Lies the Solution: How Digital Mindfulness Can Address the College Students’ Mental Health Crisis and Support Holistic Education Authors

Journal of Contemplative and Holistic Education August 1, 2026 Steve Haberlin

The mental health of today’s college students remains a serious concern. The alarming trend of greater psychological distress among undergraduates shows no signs of slowing. Excessive smartphone usage, screen time, and social media have been attributed as partial factors. However, what if forms of digital mindfulness and technology-assisted contemplative practices are the key to assisting...

International Students and Spiritual Capital: Meditation as a Tool to Support Student Well-Being

Journal of Contemplative and Holistic Education August 1, 2026 Anna Grigoreva, Anna Lytkina

In a new academic environment, international students often face more than just academic challenges, as they also navigate cultural adjustment, identity shifts, digital overload and emotional stress. These multidimensional challenges are further intensified by performance pressures and rapidly evolving educational technologies. This article explores the role of meditation as a contemplative...

Mindfulness and Problematic Digital Media Use in Children and Adolescents

Sucht : Zeitschrift für Wissenschaft und Praxis August 1, 2026 Nele Fritsch, K. Busch, Kerstin Paschke et al.

Abstract: Background: With the increasing availability of digital media, the prevalence of problematic digital media use (PDMU) has risen, with children and adolescents being particularly affected. Mindfulness is discussed in relation to PDMU as a protective factor and as a key mechanism underlying mindfulness-based interventions (MBI’s). Given the high prevalence rates and the lack of...

Efficacy of mindfulness-based interventions on psychological distress, hyperandrogenism, and metabolic profile in women with polycystic ovary syndrome: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.

Applied Psychology: Health and Well-Being August 1, 2026 Dan Li, Jiaqi Zheng, Guangpeng Wang

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) negatively impacts women's metabolic health, reproductive hormones, and psychological well-being. The aim of this study was to systematically evaluate the efficacy of mindfulness-based interventions (MBIs), such as yoga and mindfulness meditation, on anthropometric indices, metabolic profiles, reproductive hormones, and quality of life in women with PCOS. A...

DOI: 10.1111/aphw.70195 (opens in new tab) Full text (opens in new tab) Mindfulness Humans Polycystic ovary syndrome Insulin resistance +6