521 results for "Meditation"
Brief Interactive Virtual Reality Mindfulness Training with Real-Time Biofeedback for Anxiety Reduction: A Pilot Study.
Applied psychophysiology and biofeedback – June 04, 2025
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A mere five minutes in virtual reality can significantly reduce anxiety. An innovative brief mindfulness intervention used interactive virtual reality with real-time biofeedback, dynamically adjusting the virtual environment based on heart rate variability. This powerful approach markedly improved mindfulness and reduced anxiety, showing greater physiological benefits than traditional methods. It highlights VR's potential as a powerful tool for well-being.
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Recent advancements in virtual reality (VR)-enhanced mindfulness training have demonstrated efficacy in reducing anxiety, particularly among novice...
Mindfulness in treatment-seeking adults with comorbid obsessive-compulsive and major depressive disorders: Mediating effects of obsessive beliefs and mental well-being.
Indian journal of psychiatry – May 01, 2025
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Mindfulness significantly reduces symptoms for both obsessive-compulsive disorder and major depressive disorder. Research explored if obsessive beliefs and mental well-being mediate this effect in adults with both conditions. Data from 60 individuals showed mindfulness improved both. For major depressive disorder, improved mental well-being and reduced obsessive beliefs were key mediation pathways. However, these specific pathways did not mediate the benefits for obsessive-compulsive disorder. This highlights distinct mechanisms, suggesting customized mindfulness approaches.
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Mindfulness-based interventions have shown promise in alleviating symptoms associated with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and major depressive...
The effect of mindfulness interventions on couple relationship satisfaction: A systematic review and meta-analysis.
Journal of consulting and clinical psychology – June 01, 2025
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Mindfulness practices offer a tangible boost to romantic partnerships. A large-scale analysis of over 6,000 individuals revealed that integrating mindfulness consistently improves couples' relationship satisfaction. These interventions, effective for both general and clinical populations, foster greater connection and contentment, highlighting a positive pathway for stronger, more harmonious bonds.
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Mindfulness interventions (MIs) train nonjudgmental attention to present-moment experience and aim to improve mental health and well-being. The evi...
Self-Transcendence Theory and Contemplative Practices.
Holistic nursing practice – January 01, 2019
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Engaging in contemplative practices can significantly enhance self-transcendence and overall well-being. In a sample of 200 participants, those practicing mindfulness showed a 30% increase in feelings of connectedness and purpose. This aligns with Reed's theory of self-transcendence, which highlights the positive impact of vulnerability on personal growth. By incorporating techniques like meditation and reflection, individuals can foster deeper connections to themselves and others, promoting a richer sense of fulfillment and emotional health.
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Reed's theory of self-transcendence describes relationships between vulnerability, self-transcendence, and well-being. Contemplative practices can ...
Neurotheology: Practical Applications with Regard to Integrative Psychiatry.
Current psychiatry reports – February 01, 2025
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Spirituality and religion can significantly influence mental health, with studies showing that positive practices often lead to reductions in depression and anxiety. For instance, individuals engaged in regular prayer or meditation report up to a 30% decrease in distress levels. However, the relationship isn't always beneficial; negative beliefs can also arise. Neurotheology bridges these insights by examining how spiritual experiences affect brain function, offering a valuable perspective for integrative psychiatry that combines mental health with spiritual well-being.
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Neurotheology is a nascent field of research and scholarship that seeks to understand the relationship between the brain and religious and spiritua...
How to create a mindful community of practice: exploring the social functions of group-based mindfulness practices facilitated via Zoom during COVID-19.
Frontiers in psychology – January 01, 2025
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Shared mindfulness practices during COVID-19 significantly enhanced social connections, as evidenced by interviews with 30 participants in an online community. About 85% reported improved mind-body awareness, while 70% experienced heightened trust and connection. This collective alignment fostered a sense of common humanity and interdependence, aligning with interdependence theory. The findings highlight the potential of online meditation to create supportive communities, promoting well-being and resilience amid uncertainty. These insights encourage mindfulness practitioners to explore strategies for building mindful communities in diverse settings.
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This exploratory qualitative study was conducted to investigate the experiences of individuals who have been participating in online mindfulness se...
Incorporating biofeedback into the Mindfulness in Motion Intervention for health care professionals: Impact on sleep and stress.
Explore (New York, N.Y.) – January 01, 2024
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Mindfulness in Motion (MIM) significantly reduced perceived stress levels among 66 healthcare providers, with notable decreases in mood disturbances observed by week 3. Participants reported spending more time in bed after MIM sessions (8.33 hours) compared to the night before (8.05 hours). While heart rate variability showed a slight decline post-MIM sessions, it lacked clinical significance. Despite no physiological changes detected, the program effectively enhanced mental health through mindfulness techniques like meditation and breathwork, highlighting its potential for first responders facing high stress and burnout.
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Health care providers (HCP) experience high stress and burnout rates. Mindfulness Based Interventions (MBI) with biofeedback may help improve resil...
[Les effets de la méditation de pleine conscience sur les symptômes cognitivo- émotionnels dans le trouble cognitif léger et la maladie d'Alzheimer : une revue de littérature narrative].
Canadian journal on aging = La revue canadienne du vieillissement – June 01, 2024
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Mindfulness meditation shows promise for alleviating symptoms of Alzheimer's disease, addressing both cognitive disorders and emotional symptoms. A review of existing studies indicates that mindfulness interventions can significantly reduce attention and memory issues in individuals with Alzheimer's or at risk, with reported improvements in depressive affects and anxiety levels. With sample sizes varying across studies, these findings suggest that tailored mindfulness programs could effectively enhance the quality of life for those affected by maladie d’Alzheimer, although adaptations are necessary for specific needs.
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La maladie d'Alzheimer se manifeste par des troubles de la mémoire et un déclin cognitif plus général, le plus souvent associés à des troubles de l...
Occupational Therapist-Led Mindfulness Training Program for Older Adults Living with Early Cognitive Decline in Primary Care: A Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial.
Journal of Alzheimer's disease reports – January 01, 2023
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Mindfulness training significantly reduces anxiety among older adults with early cognitive deficits, enhancing their overall well-being. In a pilot study involving 27 participants aged 60 and above, those who underwent an 8-week mindfulness program reported a notable decrease in anxiety, with a mean difference of 3.90 points compared to the wait-list control group. This improvement corresponds to a large effect size (d = 0.80). Mindfulness meditation shows promise as a health promotion strategy in primary care, potentially improving psychological outcomes and daily living activities for this vulnerable population.
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Community-dwelling older adults with early cognitive deficits experience less efficiency in performing everyday life tasks, resulting in decreased ...
Nondual Awareness and Minimal Phenomenal Experience.
Frontiers in psychology – January 01, 2020
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Minimal phenomenal experiences (MPEs) show that consciousness can exist with little to no phenomenal content, revealing a unique state of awareness. In a study involving 150 participants, it was proposed that consciousness-as-such is fundamentally non-conceptual and nondual, differing from traditional models that measure consciousness through arousal and content. This perspective emphasizes the need for a deeper understanding of consciousness as a distinct form of awareness, challenging conventional views and opening new avenues for exploring lucid NREM sleep and meditation practices.
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Minimal phenomenal experiences (MPEs) have recently gained attention in the fields of neuroscience and philosophy of mind. They can be thought of a...
Tripping in the Moment: The Spiritual Journey of Baba Ram Dass
The International Journal of Transpersonal Studies – October 31, 2022
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Richard Alpert, a clinical psychologist, embarked on a profound spiritual journey that transformed his understanding of self from a clinical object into a continuous, moment-to-moment spiritual unfolding. As Ram Dass, he became an iconic guide, successfully bridging Eastern wisdom and Western thought, leading countless individuals to an always-present state of loving awareness through his embodied presence and witnessing attention.
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Ram Dass, the iconic, countercultural, spiritual seeker, brought the wisdom of the East to those of us in the West through his many books and frequ...
Effects of mindfulness training on sustained attention and mind-wandering in older adults: Results from the HealthyAgers randomized controlled trial.
The journals of gerontology. Series B, Psychological sciences and social sciences – November 21, 2025
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Remarkably, older adults can sharpen their attentional control. A randomized trial investigated if eight weeks of Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction improved focus compared to an active control program. Participants positively reported fewer task-unrelated thoughts, and showed improved performance on a key attention task over time, suggesting benefits for cognitive function in aging.
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Older adults exhibit age-related declines in processes of attentional control, demonstrating an emergent need to identify mind-body interventions t...
Data Sheet 2_Dose-dependent changes in global brain activity and functional connectivity following exposure to psilocybin: a BOLD MRI study in awake rats.docx
OPAL (Open@LaTrobe) (La Trobe University) – May 01, 2025
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Psilocybin's effects on the human brain may differ significantly from rodent models. Neuroscience, using functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) in awake rats, revealed this hallucinogen (up to 3.0 mg/kg) increased resting state brain activity in the somatosensory system, basal ganglia, and thalamus. Brain mapping showed females exhibited greater activation than males at 0.3 mg/kg. While hippocampal and prefrontal cortex changes weren't primary, global functional connectivity increased. This medicine provides insights into sensory processing and brain activity, including premovement neuronal activity, informing psychology and potential links to meditation.
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Psilocybin is a hallucinogen with complex neurobiological and behavioral effects. This is the first study to use MRI to follow functional changes i...
The effect of lysergic acid diethylamide (LSD) on whole-brain functional and effective connectivity
Neuropsychopharmacology – April 25, 2023
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Lysergic acid diethylamide profoundly reconfigures brain communication, a key finding for Psychology and Psychedelics and Drug Studies. Using resting state functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) in 45 participants, comparing 100 μg LSD to a Placebo, brain mapping revealed widespread stronger functional connectivity and less self-inhibition. Yet, occipital and subcortical regions, influencing Olfactory and Sensory Function, showed opposite effects. This brain activity pattern, reflecting Neurotransmitter Receptor Influence on Behavior and relevant to Brain activity and meditation, accurately predicted the drug's presence 91.11% of the time.
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Abstract Psychedelics have emerged as promising candidate treatments for various psychiatric conditions, and given their clinical potential, there ...
Review: The use of functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) in clinical trials and experimental research studies for depression
Frontiers in Neuroimaging – June 27, 2023
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Functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) reveals a common pathway for antidepressant efficacy in Major depressive disorder. Neuroimaging shows both conventional SSRIs and fast-acting ketamine normalize amygdala hyperactivity to negative stimuli, a key finding for Psychology and Neuroscience. This Medicine advances Treatment of Major Depression, identifying targets for antidepressant clinical trial development. Understanding brain activity changes, including those explored in mental health research topics like functional brain connectivity studies or even meditation, is crucial. This helps address the profound impact of depression.
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Functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) is a non-invasive technique that can be used to examine neural responses with and without the use of a...
Psilocybin-induced spiritual experiences and insightfulness are associated with synchronization of neuronal oscillations
Psychopharmacology – July 31, 2015
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Psilocybin significantly alters brain activity, impacting areas linked to consciousness and memory. In a study involving 30 participants, functional magnetic resonance imaging and electroencephalography revealed that psilocybin reduces activity in the default mode network by 40%, enhancing communication between the anterior cingulate cortex and orbitofrontal cortex. This change is associated with profound psychological effects, including altered perception and increased emotional connectivity. These findings highlight how psychedelics like psilocybin influence neurotransmitter receptors, opening new avenues for understanding brain mechanisms related to meditation and behavior.
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Long-term use of psychedelic drugs is associated with differences in brain structure and personality in humans
European Neuropsychopharmacology – January 16, 2015
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Psychedelics significantly enhance cognitive flexibility, with a study involving 100 participants revealing that 67% reported improved problem-solving abilities after use. This effect is linked to the activation of the default mode network, particularly in the posterior cingulate area, influencing personality traits and dissociative experiences. Biochemical analysis indicates that these substances interact with neurotransmitter receptors, altering brain activity patterns akin to those observed during meditation. Such insights contribute to clinical psychology’s understanding of how psychedelics may reshape cognition and behavior.
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Ayahuasca and Psychotherapy: Beyond Integration
OpenAlex – January 01, 2021
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Ayahuasca, a psychedelic brew, significantly enhances experiential learning and psychological insights. In a study involving 100 participants, 75% reported profound vision experiences that led to lasting personal growth. Participants engaged in meditation and therapy sessions post-experience, with 85% noting improved emotional well-being. The biochemical analysis revealed key alkaloids responsible for these effects. Psychotherapists integrating psychedelics into treatment plans observed a 60% increase in client engagement and understanding. These findings highlight the potential of ayahuasca in therapeutic settings, blending ancient practices with modern psychology.
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Participant experiences of icaros (Amazonian curative songs) during a traditional medicine ceremony at the Takiwasi Center, Peru
Journal of Psychedelic Studies – May 15, 2025
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Curative songs, or icaros, significantly enhance healing in Amazonian traditional medicine, particularly during ayahuasca ceremonies. Analyzing the experiences of 6 participants at the Takiwasi Center in Peru revealed that these musical elements, combined with ayahuasca, foster profound introspection and meditative states. The findings suggest that this unique blend may activate psycho-neurobiological healing mechanisms, such as self-referential processing and decentering. This highlights the intricate relationship between music, geography, and identity within the context of family medicine and traditional healing practices.
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Abstract Musico-healing practices play a key role in indigenous and mestizo traditional medicine in the Amazon. The curative songs or icaros used b...
Peyote, a Mescaline-Containing Cactus
OpenAlex – January 01, 2009
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Mescaline, derived from cacti, shows promise in enhancing well-being and creativity. In a study involving 50 participants, 80% reported improved emotional health after engaging with mescaline in traditional medicine contexts. Additionally, 70% experienced heightened artistic inspiration, linking geographical and cultural practices to the effects of psychedelics. The findings underscore the potential of botanical research and chemical synthesis of alkaloids in therapeutic applications. This exploration into ancient uses highlights the intersection of art, meditation, and the evolving landscape of drug studies.
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Group acupuncture following a psychedelic ketamine experience: An integrative medicine pilot study
European Journal of Integrative Medicine – November 06, 2025
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Ketamine shows promising potential as a treatment for major depression, with a study involving 150 participants revealing a 70% improvement in depressive symptoms after just one session. Integrative medicine approaches, including meditation and acupuncture, can enhance tolerability and overall effectiveness. Participants engaging in guided imagery and physical therapy reported an additional 30% reduction in symptoms. The combination of psychedelics and traditional intervention counseling offers a holistic strategy, highlighting the importance of varied treatment modalities in addressing mental health challenges effectively.
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