Improve Fatigue and Multiple Sclerosis Psychological Symptoms with Mindfulness By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “mindfulness may help people better respond to stress by fostering healthier coping strategies. For example, study participants who reported higher levels of mindfulness were less likely to rely on coping strategies, such as denial, disengagement and self-blame. They […]
Improve Mental Health in the Elderly with Mindfulness By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “The interconnectedness of mind and body lies at the heart of mindfulness and this makes it highly relevant to older people who are more likely to experience physical health problems with associated psychological issues such as reduced mobility and depression. It […]
Improve Borderline Personality Disorder and Reduce Suicidal Thoughts with Mindfulness By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “mindfulness meditation encourages recognition of the wide palate of human emotions, but also keenly encourages one not to fixate on these temporary feelings. Work in mindfulness meditation includes labeling these emotions in a non-judgmental manner and allowing […]
Reduce Drinking Motives and Problematic Drinking with Mindfulness By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “It may not be possible for people to completely escape cravings, but they can learn to live with them. Mindfulness meditation is an excellent tool that allows the individual to have increased control over their mind. There is a […]
Improve Pregnancy and Birthing with Mindfulness By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “There could not be a better time to learn mindfulness than during pregnancy and early motherhood. For one thing, this is a time when most people have a strong motivation to become the best person they can be in a relatively short period […]
Mindfulness Improves Stress and Psychological Well-Being in Patients with Multiple Sclerosis By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “Studies show that for some people with MS, chronic exposure to stress is associated with worsening neurological symptoms and increased brain lesions. . . and relapses. Researchers believe that mindfulness may help people better respond to […]
Tai Chi Fails to Improve Pain and Quality of Life in Patients with Spinal Cord Disorders By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “Tai chi is often described as “meditation in motion,” but it might well be called “medication in motion.” There is growing evidence that this mind-body practice, which originated in China as a […]
Improve Mood and Stress Symptoms in Breast Cancer Survivors with Mindfulness By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “One of the main reasons people with cancer use meditation is to help them to feel better. Meditation can reduce anxiety and stress. It might also help control problems such as pain, difficulty sleeping, tiredness, feeling sick, […]
Improve Exercise Capacity in Heart Disease with Mindfulness By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “Why bother to do a mindfulness practice in addition to regular workouts?” You know that exercise can clear your head and turn around a bad mood. But when you add mindfulness in to the mix, you add rocket fuel […]
Improve Caregiving for Family Members with Mental Illness with On-Line Mindfulness Training By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “When specifically used with family caregivers, MBSR improves overall mental health, reduces stress and decreases depression. “ – Jane Hamilton There is a tremendous demand for caregiving in the US. It is estimated that over […]