Reduce Fatigue and Improve Sleep in Cancer Survivors with Tai Chi By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “tai chi may help to increase strength, balance, flexibility, heart and lung function, feelings of well-being” – BreastCancer.org Receiving a diagnosis of cancer has a huge impact on most people. Feelings of depression, anxiety, and […]
Improve the Ability of Yoga to Reduce Fatigue in Cancer Patients with Email Reminders By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “Yoga works on the principle of mind and body health and it would help women cope with systemic therapy side effects better. Yoga nidra and pranayama also improve sleep patterns. Thus all this […]
Relieve Cancer-Related Fatigue in Breast Cancer Patients with Mind-Body Exercise By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “mindfulness has both direct and indirect effects on the fatigue of breast cancer survivors and that mindfulness can be used to more effectively reduce their fatigue.” – Kaori Ikeuchi Receiving a diagnosis of breast cancer has […]
Mindfulness Practice at Home is Related to Improved Distress in Cancer Survivors By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “Cancer and its treatment can be stressful for people with cancer and their caregivers. Relaxation techniques and other mind/body practices can help calm your mind and sharpen your ability to focus. These techniques offer creative […]
Improve the Psychological Well-Being of Caregivers with Self-Compassion and Mindfulness By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “Being more aware of our present moment experience also helps with self-care, something that caregivers often overlook. With a mindfulness practice you can notice sooner when you feel tired, or are having an emotional experience, and make […]
Mindfulness Improves Physical and Mental Well-Being By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “scientists have found that practicing mindfulness is associated with changes in the structure and function of the brain as well as changes in our body’s response to stress, suggesting that this practice has important impacts on our physical and emotional health.” – University […]
Improve the Respiratory Symptoms of Lung Cancer Patients with Qigong Practice By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “Studies show that qigong practice can have many positive effects, particularly among patients with cancer, chronic illnesses, and breathing problems, as well as older adults. Benefits include improved lung function, mood, sleep, and quality of life, as well as reduced stress, […]
The Well-Being and Quality of Life in Cancer Patients are Related to Spirituality By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “Many patients with cancer rely on spiritual or religious beliefs and practices to help them cope with their disease. This is called spiritual coping.” – National Cancer Institute A cancer diagnosis has a huge impact on most […]
Improve Physical and Mental Well-Being with Mindfulness Meditation-Based Interventions By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “mindfulness meditation is related to improved mental health across a variety of disorders, including different anxiety disorders, depression, eating disorders, substance abuse, and chronic pain symptom reduction.” – Jennifer Wolkin Over the last several decades, research and […]
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 […]