Reduce Stress and Improve Autonomic Nervous System Function with Tai Chi or Yoga By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “The rate of individuals suffering from autonomic nervous system dysfunctions is fast on the rise, due to our high stress and stimulative 21st-century lifestyles. However unknown to many practitioners, there are several natural therapies […]
Reduce Stress and Improve Autonomic Nervous System Function with Tai Chi or Yoga By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “The rate of individuals suffering from autonomic nervous system dysfunctions is fast on the rise, due to our high stress and stimulative 21st-century lifestyles. However unknown to many practitioners, there are several natural therapies […]
Improve the Mental Health of Breast Cancer Survivors with Mindfulness By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “mindfulness-based meditation can help ease the stress, anxiety, fear, and depression that often come along with a breast cancer diagnosis and treatment.” – BreastCancer,org About 12.5% of women in the U.S. develop invasive breast cancer over […]
Improve Psychomotor Perform of Intellectually Disabled Children with Yoga By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “Special needs experts agree that yoga activities make a positive impact on individuals with special needs. These activities improve mobility, strength, and digestion for individuals with disabilities.” – Cara Batema Intellectual disabilities involve below average intelligence and […]
Improve Mental Health and Well-Being with Smartphone APP Mindfulness Training By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “The seemingly simple act of mindfulness may help reduce the impact of stress, anxiety, depression, and chronic pain. Mindfulness is the act of paying attention to moments of experience with an accepting and friendly attitude so as […]
Improve Bipolar Disorders in Low and Middle Income Countries with Mindfulness By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy appears to have lasting benefits for people with bipolar disorder, , , incorporating mindfulness practices and mindful breathing into daily life on a regular basis was associated with better prevention of depressive relapse.” – Mahesh Agrawal […]
Mindfulness Measured by Paper and Pencil Test does Not Predicts Real World Behavior By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “I’m recognizing as I write this that even this moment will come and pass, and as I feel that, I notice some relief in my chest and my shoulders widening and releasing to let […]
Improve Treatment Resistant Major Depression with Yoga By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “Some people who haven’t responded to traditional treatments might do well with yoga, because unlike antidepressant drugs, yoga and deep breathing target the autonomic nervous system.” – Amanda MacMillan Clinically diagnosed depression is the most common mental illness, affecting […]
Improve Physical and Mental Health with Musculoskeletal Disorders with Mindfulness Practices By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) is the term given to a variety of painful conditions that affect the muscles, bones, and joints, which are a leading cause of long term sickness absence. . .MSDs are also at risk […]
Improve Breast Cancer Symptoms with Mindfulness By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “Results show promise for mindfulness-based interventions to treat common psychological problems such as anxiety, stress, and depression in cancer survivors and to improve overall quality of life.” — Linda E. Carlson Receiving a diagnosis of cancer has a huge impact […]