Mindfulness meditation is increasingly recognized as an effective psychological intervention for emotional regulation. Millions of people worldwide suffer from depression and anxiety, which are the most common mental health conditions amd present significant public health issues. This study examines the effects of short-term mindfulness meditation on depression and anxiety in adults. A...
Abstract College students frequently struggle with their mental wellbeing, and stress and anxiety decrease academic performance, satisfaction, and completion. A variety of systemic approaches are needed to address undergraduate mental wellness, including pedagogies of wellness through which faculty create restorative learning spaces that buffer students against negative mental health outcomes....
Workplace stress constitutes a significant public health concern in high-performance economies, with particular salience in Hong Kong's demanding professional environment. Heart rate variability (HRV) has emerged as a validated psychophysiological biomarker for autonomic nervous system regulation and stress reactivity [1] while mindfulness-based interventions have demonstrated independent...
Negative emotions affect driving safety. The anxiety of special vehicle drivers caused by stress increases the risk of traffic accidents. It is particularly important to take necessary trainings, and mindfulness training may be an effective measure. However, few studies have addressed these issues. To fill this gap, this study employs quasi-experimental research methods to investigate the...
Mindfulness research faces two recurring methodological problems: near-universal reliance on weak control conditions that cannot isolate specific mechanisms from expectancy effects, and systematic exclusion of low-socioeconomic status (SES) populations through design assumptions that presuppose high literacy, quiet private spaces, and contemplative familiarity. We present the Standardized...
The term “Om” has been used as a chant in the Sanatan tradition as a beneficial Mantra for maintaining a sound mind in a sound body. This word has been in use extensively in meditation and Yoga. This research aimed to delve into the profound importance of ‘Om’ and the effects of chanting this Mantra on individual well-being, encompassing socio-cultural, physical and psycho-social dimensions. To...
Stress adversely affects nursing students' well-being and clinical communication. This study examined the effects of a newly developed mindfulness-based nursing education programme (MINDNUEDU) on perceived stress, resilience, and heart rate variability (HRV) among nursing students. A quasi-experimental, two-arm pre-post design was conducted at a university in Taiwan. Seventy nursing students...
Mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) can improve symptoms of chronic inflammation; in asthma, improving asthma control and reducing airway inflammation. Understanding the neural mechanisms underlying these salubrious outcomes could help identify neuroimmune phenotypes and personalize interventions. Adults with asthma were randomized to 8 weeks of MBSR (n = 38) or a wait-list group (n =...
Abstract Functional connectivity (FC) is a statistical measure that reflects the degree of phase consistency between two signals and provides insights about potential interactions between two brain regions. Previous studies have reported conflicting results on the effect of meditation on FC, with some showing enhancement while others reporting suppression of FC. However, even though meditation...
Emerging research in contemplative science and psychedelic neuroscience suggests that deeply entrenched patterns of selfhood and cognition—often associated with mental disorders like depression—can be profoundly altered through both meditative practice and pharmacological intervention. This paper presents a neuroconstructivist framework for understanding how deep meditation and dissociative...
HealthcareMay 16, 2026Erin Doan, Lori Gray, Heather Noble et al.
Background/Objectives: Psychological resilience is associated with improved quality of life after stroke, yet less is known about how resilience and mindfulness interact over time in long-term recovery. This qualitative instrumental case study aimed to describe how psychological resilience and mindfulness unfolded in one stroke survivor with high psychological resilience and to identify...
This research explores the use of mindfulness in team management to enhance collaboration, leadership, and performance. Using bibliometric tools (Web of Science, CiteSpace, VOSviewer), the study analyzes literature trends and finds that mindfulness improves team cooperation, reduces stress, and strengthens decision-making. The study concludes that mindfulness effectively enhances team outcomes...
Mental health is a complex and multidimensional construct that includes emotional, psychological and social wellbeing. In recent decades, increasing academic pressure, life style changes and social demands have led to a rise in stress, anxiety and depression, particularly among adolescents and students. Accurate assessment of mental health is essential for both clinical and educational...
Abstract Objectives Mindfulness-based interventions (MBIs) for children and young people have gained recognition in enhancing their mental health. Understanding how MBIs may exert their effects is essential for optimizing mindfulness programs in young people. This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to identify and synthesize mediators of MBIs in youngsters. Method A comprehensive search...
Jurnal NersMay 15, 2026Nasrawati Nasrawati, Sri Yuliatin, Siti Aisa et al.
Preeklampsia menyumbang 27,1% kematian ibu di Indonesia. Faktor psikologis, khususnya stres kronik dan kecemasan antenatal, berkontribusi signifikan terhadap patogenesis melalui aktivasi sumbu HPA dan disfungsi endotel. Mindfulness sebagai intervensi non-farmakologis berpotensi menargetkan jalur psikofisiologis ini. Mensintesis secara sistematis evidence mengenai efektivitas intervensi...
Vor dem Hintergrund des Begriffs der spirituellen Uebung seit Antike und Christentum, untersucht der Beitrag den Gebrauch mediatativer Formen und Motive in den Gefaengnis-Romanen von Emmy Hennings. Dabei zeigt sich eine besondere Naehe zum fabulierenden Erzaehlen. Der Beitrag eroertert die fuer Hennings grundlegende Spannung zwischen Romanform und meditativen Verfahren. Against the backdrop of...
Stress is a modern epidemic among university students in all over the world. Student stress can be attributed to the academic environment in which students are required to master a wide range of topics, meet the demands of their professors, cope with their family responsibilities, develop their social life, take part in extracurricular activities, be engaged in part-time or even full-time job,...
Background:The global burden of psychological disorders, ranging from neuroses to severe psychoses, necessitates comprehensive treatment modalities that extend beyond pharmacotherapy.While conventional psychiatry addresses neurochemical imbalances, there is a growing recognition of the need for "Neuro-psycho-social" interventions that address the structural connectivity of the brain...
Based on Indian traditions, Vibrational healing activities, especially Indian classical music and mantra therapy, have continued to attract growing interest for their ability to promote psychological wellness. As the problem of stress, anxiety, and emotional upsets becomes more widespread, the demand for complementary and culturally-oriented mental health care increases. The current review...