A 30-day digital mindfulness programme improved well-being, reduced depression and anxiety symptoms, and these benefits were partly explained by improved attitudes toward health behaviours and stronger intentions to act. The pre-registered randomized controlled trial included 1,247 participants from 91 countries. Compared to an attention-matched control group, those who practiced mindfulness reported significantly better well-being, lower depression, and lower anxiety after one month. Improvements in well-being and depression persisted at two-month follow-up. The effects were mediated by changes in health-related attitudes and behavioural intentions, suggesting that digital mindfulness supports psychological health by shifting how people think about and intend to engage in healthy behaviours.
Yoga is a popular intervention for mental health and wellbeing, but how it is defined and described in research varies widely, hindering replication and practical use. This systematic review analyzed 129 randomized controlled trials from 2013 to 2024 and found that yoga is most often operationalized as a mind-body or mind-body-spirit practice that includes physical postures, meditation, and breathing exercises. Some studies also frame yoga as a complementary and alternative medicine or as a broader system encompassing philosophy and practices. The review provides recommendations to improve how yoga interventions are reported, aiming to support clearer translation and implementation in mental health settings.