World Journal of PsychiatryApril 19, 2025Carmen Borrás-sansaloni, Marina Ricco-Pérez, Antoni Mayol et al.1 citation
Psychotic disorders are characterized by both positive symptoms (hallucinations, delusions) and negative symptoms (emotional blunting, anhedonia) that impair daily functioning. While antipsychotic drugs and psychological interventions are effective when addressing positive symptoms, treatment of negative symptoms remains an ongoing challenge. Mindfulness-based interventions (MBIs) have been...
Depression is a disorder characterized by significant and persistent depressed mood, cognitive impairment, impaired voluntary activity, working memory, and somatic symptoms. To determine the efficacy of Qi-based mindfulness therapy (QMT) in treating anxiety, depression, and sleep disturbances in individuals with mild-to-moderate depression. A self-controlled before-after trial was conducted....
Behavioral SciencesApril 18, 2025Laura García-pérez, Rosario Padial-Ruz, Mar Cepero-González et al.2 citations
(1) Background: University students' mental health (MH) is in crisis due to academic stress, lack of physical activity (PA), and low self-esteem. This study evaluated a 12-week PA and meditation intervention to enhance psychological well-being in Spanish university students. (2) Methods: A quasi-experimental design was used, with a non-randomized control group and pretest-posttest assessments....
Human life is extremely valuable in any circumstance. In this regard, both physical and mental health are crucial. The way in which an individual perceives himself and the circumstances he finds himself in can provide insight into his mental well-being. A person's life may be complicated by elements such as self-hatred, entrapment, and an inability to control one's emotions. Nevertheless,...
JURNAL EDUSCIENCEApril 17, 2025Muhamad Rozikan, A. Adisti, Muhammad Istiqlal
Purpose – This research explores the role of mindfulness counseling in reducing episodes of mania and depression in clients diagnosed with bipolar disorder within the context of Islamic higher education institutions. The study is framed within Kabat-Zinn’s theory of Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR), which emphasizes present-moment awareness and non-judgmental acceptance alongside the...
Abstract Purpose Loneliness, prevalent in people with spinal cord injuries (SCI), is negatively associated with mental health and quality of life. Mindfulness is a potential moderator that may buffer the negative impact of loneliness. This study aimed to explore the moderation effects of mindfulness on the relationship between loneliness, depression, and quality of life among people with SCI....
Anxiety is a widespread mental health concern that significantly impacts daily functioning and overall well-being for a portion of the overall population. Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) has sparked interest as a therapeutic approach integrating mindfulness meditation and yoga to promote self-awareness, emotional regulation, and stress resilience. This literature review examines the...
This short article highlights the challenges to conceptualising mindfulness within Coaching Psychology, the ethical concerns raised over the introduction of mindfulness into the workplace to support wellbeing, and the opportunity for a renewed focus on ethical frameworks and the impact of mindfulness training for Coaching Psychologists. The article explores how Coaching Psychology might draw on...
Mindfulness-based interventions have been shown to improve the quality of life of cancer patients and are widely recommended. This was a non-randomized, single-center study designed to assess the feasibility and benefits of a mindfulness and compassion program for individuals living with cancer (MCP-C). The primary objective was to evaluate the feasibility of the program, while the secondary...
There is burgeoning interest in the application of neuroscientific technology to facilitate meditation and lead to beneficial psychological outcomes. One popular approach is using consumer-grade neurofeedback devices to deliver feedback on brain targets during meditation (mindfulness-based neurofeedback). It is hypothesized that optimizing brain targets like alpha and theta band activity may...