Mindfulness meditation has demonstrated modest benefits for mental health and well-being, although the relationship between practice dose and outcomes is unclear. Meta-analyses and randomized controlled trials have shown mixed results so far, although such results may stem from methodological issues rather than reflecting the absence of an underlying effect. Research outside structured programs...
BMC NursingJuly 29, 2025Xiaolei Chen, Aiyan Du, Mei Yu et al.
Intensive care units (ICUs) are high-risk, high-stress environments that substantially increase the likelihood of nursing staff becoming second victims (SVs). However, current research on mindfulness interventions for ICU nurses facing SV effects is limited, particularly due to the lack of systematic intervention protocols tailored to the specific work scenarios of ICU staff. This study aims to...
Background: Childhood anxiety and stress are increasingly prevalent issues worldwide, having effects on cognitive growth and emotional health. Although standard interventions are available, greater interest is being sparked in culturally sensitive, non-invasive approaches. This research investigated the application of Buddhist meditation practices to alleviate stress and anxiety in children...
Latar Belakang: Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) telah terbukti efektif dalam mengurangi emosi negatif pada berbagai kondisi psikologis. Namun, efektivitasnya dalam konteks pasien bipolar, khususnya yang diberikan oleh perawat, memerlukan perhatian khusus. Tujuan: Menilai efektivitas MBSR yang diterapkan oleh perawat dalam mengurangi emosi negatif pada pasien bipolar melalui...
Mindfulness has recently gained attention in academia for its potential to improve cognitive performance, collaboration and mental well-being. This study aimed to assess mindfulness levels among Saudi nursing graduate students and examine their association with grade point average (GPA) scores in academic examinations. This cross-sectional study used the Five Facet Mindfulness Questionnaire...
Muslim mothers in Western nations encounter unique challenges, including Islamophobia, cultural stigma, social isolation, and the pressures of balancing family and societal responsibilities. Spiritually integrated mindfulness support groups can serve as a vital intervention to address these challenges, alleviate stress, and foster cultural revitalization and spiritual empowerment. This article...
This study examines neuroscientific research and traditional practices to investigate the therapeutic and cognitive effects of meditation and chanting on mental health. It has been demonstrated that meditation and mantra chanting boost cognitive and physiological processes, lower stress levels, and increase emotional resilience. Reduced cortisol levels and improvements in cardiovascular health...
Burnout is a significant concern among Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapists due to the emotionally demanding nature of their work with individuals diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). This study aimed to examine the effectiveness of Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) in reducing burnout and enhancing mindfulness among ABA therapists in Pakistan. A quantitative pre-post...
Background: Child abuse is a widespread issue affecting millions of children worldwide. It can take the form of physical, emotional, or sexual abuse and often leads to lasting psychological harm. Addressing the emotional and mental health needs of survivors is crucial for their long-term well-being. This study explores how Buddhist meditation can help promote psychological healing and...
Heart Rate Variability (HRV) is considered as an objective assessment of stress, that considerably increased the last decades. The influence of Brief Mindfulness Meditation (BMM) on HRV contains gaps in the literature. This study aims to investigate the influence of BMM on HRV. A systematic search was conducted in four databases (i.e., PubMed NCBI, Cochrane Library, Scopus, and Web of Science)....