Mindfulness Promotes Grit in College Students with Adverse Childhood Experiences By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “As we introduce Mindfulness and the concept of “whole grit, the focus moves from the outside benchmarks of achievement to the inside benchmarks of achievement. The focus shifts from being a product to the process of learning and […]
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 […]
Improve Psychological Health During Addiction Recovery with Qigong By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “For people in the early stages of recovery whose emotions may be all over the map, Tai Chi can help stabilize moods, provide mental focus and clarity, and smooth out the rough spots. “ – Pinnacle Substance abuse is a major […]
Improve Mental Health with Mantra-Based Meditation By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “Many people find that using a mantra can boost awareness and improve concentration. Since it helps you stay focused, it could lead to improved results from meditation.” – Timothy Legg Meditation training has been shown to improve health and well-being. It has also been […]
Improve Sexual Function in Women with Breast Cancer with Mindfulness By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “Mindfulness is extraordinary; it is as if they replace you with someone else. Positive thinking increased my willingness to return to life.” – International Society for Sexual Medicine Because of great advances in treatment, many patients today […]
Improve the Regulation of Emotions with Yoga By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “yoga has an important role in regulating the feelings of the adolescents and the students who practice yoga are more happy, energetic, focused, and healthy.” – Yasmin Janjhua Emotions are important to our well-being. They provide the spice of […]
Reduce Aggression in Law Enforcement Officers with Mindfulness By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “Law enforcement officers (LEOs) are exposed to significant stressors, elevating their risk for aggression and excessive use of force, as well as mental health consequences, including post-traumatic stress disorder, burnout, alcohol misuse, depression, and suicide. Mindfulness training is a […]
Improve Bipolar Disorder with Few Adverse Complications with Mindfulness By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “[Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy] in [bipolar disorder] is associated with improvements in cognitive functioning and emotional regulation, reduction in symptoms of anxiety depression and mania symptoms.” – Sanja Bojic Bipolar disorder, also known as manic depressive disorder, is […]
Improve the Psychological Well-Being of Opioid Users Undergoing Medicinal Therapy with Mindfulness By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “As individuals with [Substance Use Disorders] engage in mindfulness practices within [Mindfulness-Based Interventions], they learn to cultivate trait mindfulness, providing a bulwark against substance use and relapse.” – Sarah E Priddy Substance abuse is […]
Spirituality is Associated with Awe/Gratitude and Well-Being during the Covid-19 Pandemic By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “During the COVID-19 pandemic . . . spirituality and religious practices are a protective factor connected not only with psychological and mental but also physical health.” – Ilaria Coppola The COVID-19 pandemic has challenged the […]