Abstract Music is integral to Psilocybin-assisted psychotherapy (PAP), believed to enhance therapeutic outcomes by structuring experiences and facilitating emotional expression. However, the effects of conducting PAP without music are underexplored. This study examines the experiences of two breast cancer patients undergoing psilocybin therapy under Canada's compassionate access program,...
Pain is a complex experience involving perception, emotion, and cognition. Traditional therapies frequently overlook the interrelated mind-body processes necessary for efficient pain control. With an emphasis on neuroplasticity, stress response, autonomic control, and pain perception, this descriptive study explores the integrative effects of yoga on pain mechanisms and the mind-body link. This...
Abstract Background As the use of psychedelics increases in both therapeutic and non-clinical settings, reports of extended post-experience difficulties have also emerged. While many individuals integrate their experiences effectively, others face persistent challenges. Despite growing recognition of these issues, there is limited research on best practices for mitigating and addressing...
The sacred cosmic sound "Om" (or " ॐ ") is one of the most profound and universally recognized symbols in Hinduism, embodying the essence of the universe and ultimate reality (Brahman). This research explores the origins, metaphysical significance, and contemporary relevance of Om within Hinduism, as well as its influence in other religious traditions and modern spiritual practices. The study...
The exploration into the origin of human spirituality has always been a hot spot with many unsolved questions in the philosophy of mind, and issues concerning mental illness and its comorbidities are still unclear. In the 1970s, Donald Davidson first proposed anomalous monism with the supervenience concept, a theory that both insists on physicalism and transcends traditional reductionism. This...
This article explores the healing power of yoga, an ancient practice that combines physical postures, meditation, breath work, self-reflection, and mantras. Originating in India, yoga is increasingly recognized for its therapeutic benefits in promoting overall health and well-being. It addresses not only physical health but also mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being, making it a holistic...
Purpose: Electroencephalography (EEG) is a widely used non-invasive method to explore brain activity and cognitive states, including the effects of meditation. The potential of prenatal EEG to understand the neural mechanisms underlying maternal brain activity makes it an exciting field of study. However, research on prenatal EEG during different stages of meditation is currently lacking....
In a thought-provoking Genomic Press interview, Dr. Michael Wheeler emerges as a brilliant scientific innovator at the intersection of neuroscience and immunology. As an Assistant Professor at Harvard Medical School and an investigator at Brigham and Women's Hospital, Wheeler's groundbreaking research explores how brain-immune communication shapes our behaviors and emotions. His innovative...
enhance psychological and physiological health. Feto-maternal wellbeing encompasses maternal emotional stability, endocrine balance, immunological competence, and fetal neurodevelopment. Elevated stress and anxiety during pregnancy can perturb hormonal homeostasis, particularly by increasing cortisol levels, and thereby negatively influence pregnancy outcomes. Owing to the rising interest in...
This systematic review aimed to evaluate the impact of yoga interventions on preventing and alleviating mental health issues, including stress, anxiety, burnout, depression, and other related factors among nursing professionals and students. The review adhered to the PRISMA guidelines and was registered in PROSPERO (CRD42024512366). A comprehensive literature search was conducted in Google...