This systematic review and meta-analyses provide the first synthesis of the literature on trait mindfulness and psychotic-like experiences (PLEs). Theoretical models suggest a protective function of mindfulness and it is important to understand any potential role of mindfulness in the prevention and treatment of PLEs. We examined the following: (1) What is the relationship between trait...
Because threatening health messages often trigger defensive responses rather than behavioral change, it is critical to identify effective approaches for reducing defensiveness toward health threats. Building on evidence of the efficacy of mindfulness, this study investigated whether brief mindfulness meditation can reduce individual defensiveness and promote health intentions and behaviors...
Mindfulness-based interventions have been applied across various chronic illnesses, but no tailored program exists for individuals with pulmonary hypertension (PH). This study aimed to develop and evaluate the feasibility of a mindfulness-based self-management program for patients with PH, delivered online to accommodate their limited mobility. A single-arm pre-post study was conducted using an...
BACKGROUND: Focused attention (FA) meditation has been proposed to enhance decision quality by mitigating cognitive biases. However, its influence on probability weighting bias (PWB), the tendency to misperceive objective probabilities, remains unexplored. Furthermore, emotional trade-off difficulty (ETOD), defined as the affective strain of making complex trade offs, may influence this...
Background/Objectives: Traumatic experiences may lead to both negative and positive outcomes. Positive psychological changes following trauma are commonly referred to as posttraumatic growth (PTG). The present study aims to examine factors associated with posttraumatic growth among Syrian refugees who have been living in Turkey for an extended period. Methods: This cross-sectional study...
Large-scale traumatic events such as earthquakes have profound and long-lasting impacts on individuals' psychological well-being. However, the protective mechanisms that may foster adjustment and support life satisfaction in the aftermath of such disasters remain insufficiently explored. This longitudinal study examined the mediating role of psychological adjustment in the relationship between...
Gambling disorder (GD) presents significant psychological, financial, and social consequences. Mindfulness-based interventions (MBIs) have emerged as promising adjunctive treatments. However, the evidence base remains heterogeneous. The present systematic review evaluated the current empirical literature on MBIs for GD, focusing on their efficacy, methodological quality, and limitations....
Mindfulness-based interventions (MBIs) are recognised as effective psychosocial strategies for managing stress. We conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis of studies published up to August 2025 across the Web of Science, PubMed, Scopus, PsycINFO, EBSCO and Google Scholar following the PRISMA guidelines. Seventeen randomised controlled trials (n = 1,641) met the inclusion criteria....
This feasibility study aimed to evaluate the feasibility, acceptability, and preliminary effects of a simplified, app-based mindfulness intervention for people with epilepsy (PWE) in mainland China. Ten adults with epilepsy completed a 6-week, self-guided mindfulness program (15 min/day, 6 days/week) delivered via a WeChat mini-program. Feasibility was measured by program completion rates and...
Individu dewasa awal biasanya mulai memperhatikan masalah kesehatan karena mulai rentan terhadap penyakit kronis dan penyakit mental, terutama seiring bertambahnya sumber informasi kesehatan yang beredar, hal ini menyebabkan beberapa orang mempercayai informasi kesehatan yang beredar dan meyakini bahwa dirinya sedang mengalami masalah kesehatan, sehingga menyebabkan munculnya health anxiety. Di...
PROMOTORFebruary 2, 2026Ni Made Saithanya Gitanjali Dhevi, Rofi Bramantyo, Septy Rianty Salsabilla Dwi Putri et al.
Depression is a psychological disorder that affects aspects of affection, physiology, cognition, and individual behavior, and has an impact on significant changes in daily life. Data from the Ministry of Health of the Republic of Indonesia (2023) shows a national prevalence of depression of 1.4%, with the age group of 15-24 years recording the highest rate of 2%. One approach that is considered...
Holistic Nursing PracticeFebruary 2, 2026Nicole A Gonzaga Gomez, Marva H Louisville, Christopher M Lay et al.
Doctoral nursing students experience high stress levels and mental health challenges, impacting resilience and professional readiness. Teaching wellness practices is essential to support student well-being and retention. High rates of stress and attrition among new nurses highlight the need for wellness-focused education, yet traditional teaching methods may not effectively promote self-care...
Meditation apps are increasingly popular, yet there is limited understanding of how much users actually engage with them. While meditation apps show promise for supporting mental health, engagement in real-world settings appears to be notably low. The patterns of app use and the factors that influence usage remain relatively unclear. This study aims to examine the extent of meditation app use...
Although working women experience increased work-related stress, preventive interventions to reduce its negative effects on their mental health are insufficient. This study evaluated the effectiveness of an 8-week mindfulness-based self-help intervention via a smartphone app across 4 domains (general psychological, work-related, family-related, and work-to-conflict) among working women. This...
BMC PsychologyFebruary 2, 2026Yanlin Zhao, Junwei Liu, Xiaobo Yang et al.
This study investigates the relationship and underlying mechanisms among mindfulness, self-efficacy in sports training, and training competition satisfaction among China University Basketball Association (CUBA) athletes through cross-sectional surveys and longitudinal experimental research. These findings provide valuable insights into the healthy development of college athletes. Study 1 was a...
Abstract Objectives Prior research has established a correlation between heightened stress and a variety of health consequences. In addition, various measures of stress have been shown to be affected by mind–body practices. This secondary data analysis aimed to evaluate respiratory responses to acute cognitive stress in individuals of various meditation experience levels. Method...
ABSTRACT: Background: Fear of childbirth is common among pregnant women. Mindfulness‐based interventions have been used widely in obstetrics. However, the evidence of the effects on fear of childbirth is controversial. Aims: To evaluate the effects of mindfulness‐based interventions on fear of childbirth, pain catastrophising, labour pain intensity, use of pain relief medication, mode of...
Arthroplasty todayFebruary 2026Jessica L H Phillips, Makenna R Hemmerle, Roseann M Johnson et al.
Sleep quality declines in the immediate postoperative period following total knee arthroplasty (TKA). No prior study has prospectively analyzed the impact of mindfulness meditation (MM) on sleep quality following TKA. The purpose of this study was to determine whether MM administered in conjunction with TKA results in any improvement in Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI) at 2, 6, or 12 weeks...
Objective: This study examined whether a brief online mindfulness program could reduce negative rumination among Indian college students. Methods: A randomized controlled pre–post design was used with 50 participants (25 intervention, 25 control). The intervention group completed a four-week audio-guided mindfulness program delivered via WhatsApp or email. Rumination was measured using the...
Background: Mindfulness-based interventions (MBIs) have demonstrated consistent efficacy in reducing anxiety and depression. However, the underlying psychological mechanisms explaining these effects particularly emotional regulation and resilience remain underexplored in Indian clinical populations. Objective: This study investigates the mediating roles of emotional regulation and resilience in...