Different Mindfulness Facets Have Differing Associations with Depersonalization Symptoms By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “Depersonalization symptoms can be tough to deal with, especially when you’re experiencing them 24/7. But just remember they’re caused by anxiety, and they’re part of your body’s defense mechanism to protect you from a traumatic experience.” – Shaun […]
Students and Military who are High in All Facets of Mindfulness Have Better Psychological Health By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “The research is strong for mindfulness’ positive impact in certain areas of mental health, including stress reduction, emotion and attention regulation, reduced rumination, for reducing mild to moderate depression and anxiety, and preventing depressive relapse.“ – Kelle Walsh Mindfulness training has […]
Mindfulness Traits May Affect the Ability of Brief Meditation to Improve Attention By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “even relatively short daily meditation practice can have similar behavioral effects as longer duration and higher-intensity mediation practices.” – Julia Basso One of the primary effects of mindfulness training is an improvement in the ability […]
Improve Psychological Well-Being in Cancer Survivors with Online Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “both MBCT and eMBCT interventions reduced fear of cancer recurrence and rumination, and increased mental health–related quality of life, mindfulness skills, and positive mental health.” – Félix Compen Receiving a diagnosis of cancer has […]
Mindfulness is Associated with Non-Judging and Positive Emotions which Improve Emotional Health By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “Almost any approach for cultivating care for others needs to start with paying attention. The beginning of cultivating compassion and concern, or doing something for the benefit of others, is first noticing what something or […]
Reduce College Student Stress and Burnout with Mindfulness By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “a mindfulness intervention can help reduce distress levels in college students during a stressful exam week, as well as increase altruistic action in the form of donating to charity.” – American Mindfulness Research Association In the modern world […]
Change the Brain with Mindfulness Apps By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “Rather than treating the usage of smartphones and mindfulness as oxymorons, we should consider ways to use our smartphones as a tool to aid our mindfulness practices.” – Courtney Ackerman Mindfulness training has been shown through extensive research to be effective […]
Improve Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Symptoms In Veterans With Body Scan or Breath Following Meditation. By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “Practicing mindfulness can help you to be more focused and aware of the present moment while also being more willing to experience the difficult emotions that sometimes come up after trauma.” – […]
Reduce Anxiety and Depression in College Student with an Online Mindfulness Virtual Community By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “Student life can be stressful, but that doesn’t mean students have to let stress take over their lives. By incorporating mindfulness and meditation into daily routines, students can not only relieve the pressure, but […]
Mindfulness May Mediate the Effects of Childhood Trauma on Romantic Relationships By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “As mindfulness is the ever-unfolding compassionate, non-judgmental awareness of each and every moment, mindfulness practice and relationships go hand-in-hand.” – Gillian Florence Sanger Childhood changes the victim forever. It changes the trusting innocence of childhood […]