Mindfulness

A new study has found that more masculine gay men tend to be more mindful, which is associated with lower levels of stress, anxiety, and depression.

New findings suggest that mindfulness and self-compassion enhance relationship and sexual satisfaction in midlife marriages through fulfilling the basic psychological needs of autonomy, competence, and relatedness.

Higher levels of experiential avoidance correlate with increased problematic smartphone use, whereas higher levels of mindfulness are associated with reduced usage. These findings illustrate the significant impact of psychological traits on smartphone addiction.

Those who engage in mindfulness and directly confront their emotions tend to report stronger, more fulfilling relationships, emphasizing the association between emotional awareness and relationship dynamics.

New research in Scientific Reports reveals our ability to be present and enjoy life is partly written in our DNA, suggesting genetics play a key role in mindfulness and well-being, alongside our unique experiences.

A recent study found that brief mindfulness meditation significantly improves learning from positive surprises and promotes exploration over exploitation in decision-making, highlighting its potential to enhance cognitive flexibility and openness to new experiences.

New research has found mindfulness monotherapy is linked to enhanced sexual desire, arousal, lubrication, and orgasm in women with and without sexual dysfunctions. The therapy also improves sexual quality of life, but further research is needed for its wider recommendation.

A study in Germany involving primary school children found that short daily breathing exercises in classrooms may improve peer relationships and girls' prosocial behavior. However, these effects diminished five months post-intervention.

A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials reveals that mindfulness-based interventions moderately improve global cognition and various cognitive functions, with practical implications for mental health and well-being.

A recent study provides initial evidence that mindfulness meditation could reduce problematic pornography use among young adults. This intriguing finding opens a new avenue for addressing a growing concern in the digital age. The study was published in the journal...

Adults with ADHD who practiced microdosing psychedelics reported increased mindfulness after four weeks, according to a study in Frontiers in Psychiatry. The research highlights the need for controlled studies to validate these findings

A recent study compared mindfulness-based body scan interventions with relaxation techniques on adolescent athletes, finding positive effects on anxiety but unclear results on sleep problems.

Mindfulness-based treatments for substance dependence can lead to functional brain changes, especially in areas related to reward processing and cognitive control, according to a review in BMC Psychiatry. However, the review also highlights the need for more high-quality fMRI studies...

Mindfulness, which refers to focusing on the present moment with non-judgmental awareness, might play a crucial role in maintaining healthy romantic partnerships. New findings, published in the Journal of Sex & Marital Therapy, suggest that mindfulness can act as a protective...

A recent study from the Journal of Cognitive Enhancement reveals that individuals who practice mindfulness meditation demonstrate improved attentional control and are less impacted by emotional distractions, particularly positive ones, compared to non-meditators. The research, conducted by IIT Bombay, suggests...