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IIP Series June 1, 2026
Investigating the complex network of psycho-neuro-immunology, this chapter assesses the clinical role of Chakra meditation models combined with targeted structural Asanas. The analysis shows how concentrated focus loops help down-regulate hyperarousal states, decrease plasma cortisol tracks, and modify deep-seated psychological anxiety profiles.
Journal of Islamic Education Thought and Development June 1, 2026 Kadiri Hasan, Yunus Sulyman Ayinla, S. Sabirah et al.
Test anxiety remains a significant psychological challenge among students in tertiary institutions, often interfering with academic performance, concentration, and emotional well-being. This study examined the effectiveness of a mindfulness-based intervention in reducing test anxiety among undergraduate students. A quasi-experimental pretest–posttest control group design was employed. Eighty...
International Journal of Physical Education & Sports Sciences June 1, 2026 Sarika Giria, P. Shekhawat
Diet and mental stress have significant roles in the development of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), a common functional gastrointestinal illness. Complex symptom treatment is made more difficult by the bidirectional mind-gut axis, which connects emotional states with intestinal sensitivity. Traditional dietary approaches, like the Low FODMAP (LOW-FODMAP) diet, reduce physical symptoms but don't...
Research Square June 1, 2026 preprint
Almost there: Mindfulness and the intention–behavior gap in procrastination
BMC Public Health June 1, 2026
Psychological correlates of mindful eating: the role of mindfulness and eating behaviors among health sciences students.
Journal of Computer Science June 1, 2026 Santiago Domingo Moquillaza Henríquez, Liliana Ruth Huamán Rondón, Nestor Marcial Alvarado Bravo et al.
Depression is a global mental health problem with various causes. Nowadays, with Artificial Intelligence, it can be predicted in order to take preventive measures, whether at a psychotherapeutic or pharmacological level. This research, based on a survey conducted, detects depression using logistic regression with a 91% fit to the ROC-AUC model, accuracy of 0.839188, precision 0.851354. In...
European Psychiatry June 1, 2026 H. C. Zhang
Introduction Background: Individuals in the recovery phase of schizophrenia often face persistent challenges including residual symptoms, emotional dysregulation, cognitive deficits, and high relapse rates. Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), effective in mood disorders, shows promise as an adjunctive intervention but requires rigorous evaluation in schizophrenia recovery.Background:...
Research Square June 1, 2026 Margaret M. Poandl, Daniel Gutiérrez, Stephanie Dorais preprint
Abstract Objectives Research on interventions designed to increase posttraumatic growth (PTG) among interpersonal trauma survivors is limited. The purpose of this study was to examine the impact of a six-week trauma-informed meditation intervention on PTG. Additionally, we examined posttraumatic stress (PTS), and analyzed the variables of dispositional mindfulness, hope, spirituality, and...
HEARTY June 1, 2026 Ita Apriliyani, Noor Yunida Triana
Depression is one of the psychological disorders experienced by many single mothers due to economic pressure, parenting responsibilities, and lack of social support. This condition has an impact on quality of life and parenting skills. Mindfulness is a mindfulness-based intervention approach that has been shown to be effective in reducing symptoms of depression through emotional regulation...
Journal of clinical psychology in medical settings June 1, 2026 Tony V Pham, Kozbi Bayne, Defne Yucebas et al.
Older Black adults experience disproportionately high rates of chronic pain (CP) and depression, yet inequities in access, recognition, and culturally resonant treatment persist. Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT) is an evidence-based group intervention for depression with emerging promise for CP. However, adaptations for older Black adults with comorbid CP-depression remain...
American Journal of Health Promotion June 1, 2026 Jungjoo Lee, Junhyoung Kim
PurposeThis study evaluated the feasibility of incorporating Virtual Reality (VR) technology into meditation exercises and using Electrocardiogram (ECG) devices for emotion regulation assessment. It also explored changes in emotion regulation, depression, and anxiety among participants.DesignA single-arm feasibility study.SubjectsPsychiatric hospital inpatients diagnosed by physicians with...
Irish Journal of Medical Science June 1, 2026 Pouran Varvani Farahani, Candan Ozturk
Nursing students frequently encounter significant levels of test anxiety, which can impact their academic success and overall well-being. Twin Heart Meditation is a technique for relaxation that might assist in alleviating anxiety. This research aim to assess the influence of Twin Heart Meditation on exam anxiety in nursing students. This double-blind clinical trial was conducted on 100 nursing...
IOSR Journal of Humanities and Social Science June 1, 2026 Siddappa Naragatti
This review explores the interrelationship between emotional health and meditation from the perspective of Indian philosophical and spiritual traditions. Drawing upon the Vedas, Upanishads, Bhagavad Gita, Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras, and Ayurveda, the study highlights how emotional stability is viewed not merely as a psychological state but as an integral dimension of holistic well-being...
Contemporary Buddhism June 1, 2026 Kanae Kawamoto
In Buddhism, the abhiññās (literally ‘higher knowledges’) refer to six types of supernatural powers that include recalling past lives and reading minds. This research explores the practical importance of supernatural powers (abhiññās) within the Theravāda Buddhist tradition, focusing on the contemporary meditation method formulated by the Burmese monk, Hpa-Auk Sayadaw (1934-). While modern...
Journal of Advances and Scholarly Researches in Allied Education June 1, 2026 Mansi Shrikant Khati
This paper examines the relationship between the socio-political ethics of Emperor Ashoka and the meditative traditions of Ancient India through the lens of traditional Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS). While classical traditions such as Yoga and Buddhism developed internal techniques for mental regulation through Dhyana (meditation), Ashoka’s Edicts established an external ethical framework...
International Journal of Social Science and Education Research June 1, 2026 Ven Dianwu
The "Samatha-Vipassana" practice of Agama meditation is considered to be able to deeply regulate the body and mind. However, there is still a lack of systematic exploratory research on its mechanism of action and group effects. This study adopted an exploratory mixed-methods design. In the quantitative part, a cross-sectional questionnaire survey was conducted on 509 regular practitioners to...
Current Psychology June 1, 2026 Geovan Menezes de Sousa, Geissy Lainny de Lima-Araújo, Vagner Deuel de Oliveira Tavares et al.
Abstract Dispositional mindfulness, also known as trait mindfulness, refers to an individual dispositional tendency to attend the present moment experiences with openness, curiosity and awareness. It is often associated with well-being, particularly through its role with emotional regulation. Yet, it is not well understood how it may influence the expression of major depression symptoms. This...
Psychiatry Research June 1, 2026 Peng Wang, Tong Wang, Yanling Wang et al.
There is a significant association between depressive episodes of bipolar disorder and non-suicidal self-injury (NSSI). Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT) represents an evolution of cognitive behavioural therapy and serves as a comprehensive psychological intervention. Preliminary research suggests that MBCT may enhance cognitive flexibility and attentional adjustment in patients with...
Journal of Psychiatric Research June 1, 2026 Amanda W Baker, Samantha R Philip, Caroline H Armstrong et al.
Self-compassion is recognized as important for psychological well-being and has been linked to reduced anxiety levels. Mindfulness-based interventions, such as the 8-week Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction program (MBSR), have shown promise in treating anxiety disorders, but no studies to date have compared the effects of MBSR to the gold-standard medication treatment (escitalopram) on...
Psycho-Oncology June 1, 2026 L Forest G Rosenfeld, Cecile A Lengacher, Carmen S Rodriguez et al.
Mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) has been shown to decrease stress and fear of cancer recurrence among breast cancer (BC) survivors. However, evidence is lacking in exemplifying MBSR as a method to improve positive, psychosocial outcomes, such as optimism and social support. Enhanced mindfulness has been shown to increase optimism and result in healthier coping strategies, however with...