Objective: Alexithymia is increasingly recognized in a number of psychiatric disorders, but a possible relationship between alexithymia and adult attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) has not been studied. I...Objective: Alexithymia is increasingly recognized in a number of psychiatric disorders, but a possible relationship between alexithymia and adult attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) has not been studied. It is not known if psychostimulants decrease symptoms of both ADHD and alexithymia. This relationship is examined in a small naturalistic and longitudinal study. Participants: Ten consecutive stimulant-naive college students seek assessment and treatment for ADHD during the academic year. Method: Participants completed three self-report instruments quantifying ADHD symptomatology, alexithymia, and psychological mindedness prior to initiation of stimulant pharmacotherapy and after three and six months of medication treatment without formal psychotherapy. Results: ADHD symptoms decreased significantly from baseline to three months and remained low at six months. Decreases in alexithymia and increases in psychological mindedness changed more slowly, with significant differences occurring at six months compared to baseline. Conclusions: This study suggests that stimulant pharmacotherapy in college students with ADHD decreases ADHD symptoms and alexithymia while increasing psychological mindedness. These results have implications for untreated adult ADHD patients seeking psychotherapy.展开更多
Psychiatry residents, who lack psychological mindedness, struggle to understand the multiple determinants of behavior, or the numerous meanings of a single symptom. This is unfortunate because most psychiatry resident...Psychiatry residents, who lack psychological mindedness, struggle to understand the multiple determinants of behavior, or the numerous meanings of a single symptom. This is unfortunate because most psychiatry resident interns feel that they are finally among the group where they belong… like-minded physicians who share a fascination with human nature and a desire to grasp all the nuances and complexities of human behavior. This paper provides a framework for psychiatry departments to train residents along a continuum of psychological mindedness. The authors explain the concept of psychological mindedness, explore the pros and cons of acquiring psychological mindedness, and a scientific basis for its use in general psychiatry. A new model is included to capture any resident’s ability to become psychologically minded, with direction for Program Director’s to possibly develop growth in a resident’s psychological mindedness over four years of training.展开更多
Objective:To evaluate the value of rehabilitation nursing based on mind mapping model combined with psychological intervention for patients with nephrotic syndrome(NS).Methods:A total of 60 patients with NS who visite...Objective:To evaluate the value of rehabilitation nursing based on mind mapping model combined with psychological intervention for patients with nephrotic syndrome(NS).Methods:A total of 60 patients with NS who visited our hospital from January 2024 to December 2024 were selected as samples and randomly divided into groups.The observation group received rehabilitation nursing based on the mind mapping model combined with psychological intervention,while the control group received routine intervention.The differences in emotional scores,self-care ability scores,compliance,and complications were compared between the two groups.Results:The anxiety(SAS)and depression(SDS)scores of the observation group were lower than those of the control group,while the self-care ability scale(ESCA)score was higher than that of the control group(P<0.05).The compliance rate of the observation group was higher than that of the control group(P<0.05).The complication rate of NS in the observation group was lower than that in the control group(P<0.05).Conclusion:Rehabilitation nursing based on the mind mapping model combined with psychological intervention can enhance self-care ability,reduce negative emotions,and reduce complications in NS nursing,which is efficient and feasible.展开更多
Objectives This study aimed to develop and preliminarily assess the quality of a Mindfulness Breast Care(MBC)App to reduce body image distress and stigma among breast cancer survivors(BCSs).Methods The development pro...Objectives This study aimed to develop and preliminarily assess the quality of a Mindfulness Breast Care(MBC)App to reduce body image distress and stigma among breast cancer survivors(BCSs).Methods The development process of the MBC App involved:1)establishing a research group;2)determining of the content of the MBC App based on Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy and 3)technical exploitation and maintenance.A mixed-methods study was conducted.We selected ten BCSs by a convenience sampling method.After using the APP for three months,five assessed the quality using the Mobile App Rating Scale:User Version(uMARS)and another five were interviewed for process evaluation.Results The MBC App was developed with three modules:1)Library to provide health education information on body image,stigma,mindfulness,recovery and etc;2)Mindfulness Yoga to offer 12 Hatha yoga videos for daily practice;and 3)Mindfulness Practices to have 12 sessions of mindfulness videoconferences.Based on the uMARS data,the MBC App received high ratings for functionality(4.10±0.34),aesthetics(3.93±0.55),information quality(4.10±0.72),and perceived impact(4.03±0.96),as well as moderate ratings for engagement(3.72±0.94)and subjective quality(3.87±0.77).Participants indicated that the MBC App provided reliable knowledge,information,and emotional support.Recommendations from participants included categorizing knowledge in the Library Module,recording videoconferences of mindfulness practice,and adding discussion sessions in the videoconference.Afterward,we optimized the MBC App to enhance the user experience accordingly.Conclusions The MBC App offers online mindfulness interventions specifically for BCSs in China.The preliminary quality assessment indicates that the MBC App may be a promising tool for delivering mindfulness interventions to BCSs.展开更多
As new-generation intelligent technologies rapidly evolve,enhancing artificial intelligence(AI)education has become a global consensus,and improving AI literacy is a key focus in higher education.To address the lack o...As new-generation intelligent technologies rapidly evolve,enhancing artificial intelligence(AI)education has become a global consensus,and improving AI literacy is a key focus in higher education.To address the lack of relevant knowledge among non-computer science students,the complexity of the material,which leads to low interest and high difficulty in learning,this paper proposes a three-pronged teaching design model:“BOPPPS model+large language models(LLMs)+mind maps with 3w2h”.This model aims to assist teachers in designing practical teaching cases and engaging,interactive activities,and provides examples of its application to help teachers better teach AI and improve the AI literacy of non-computer science students.展开更多
近几年来,国外发展心理学领域的许多研究者关注“依恋模式的代际传递性”(intergenerationtransmission of attachment patterns),其意为:根据特殊照料者(常常是父母)有关依恋的心理状态可以预测婴儿与特殊照料者之间依恋关系的安全性...近几年来,国外发展心理学领域的许多研究者关注“依恋模式的代际传递性”(intergenerationtransmission of attachment patterns),其意为:根据特殊照料者(常常是父母)有关依恋的心理状态可以预测婴儿与特殊照料者之间依恋关系的安全性。该研究领域可以从理论背景、测量方法、研究进展及研究意义这几方面稍作评述。目前该研究领域较为活跃的是代际传递性的内在机制研究。E.Meins(1997)提出“将心比心”(mind-mindedness)的概念,Annie Bernier 等(2003)认为其可作为一种内在心理机制来解释依恋模式的代际传递性。展开更多
Cancer-related fatigue(CRF)presents as a complex interplay between physical and mental fatigue,with mindfulness interventions offering a promising approach to alleviate both.These techniques,including mindfulness-base...Cancer-related fatigue(CRF)presents as a complex interplay between physical and mental fatigue,with mindfulness interventions offering a promising approach to alleviate both.These techniques,including mindfulness-based stress reduction,cognitive therapy,dialectical behavior therapy,and acceptance and commitment therapy,are designed to break the cycle of CRF by addressing its psychological and emotional aspects.This editorial integrates the latest research published by Liu et al,examining the reciprocal and harmful cyclical relationship between physical and mental CRF,and explores the causes and associated mindfulness interventions.We expect that future research will emphasize the identification and management of CRF,particularly focusing on the application of various mindfulness interventions in cancer survivors and patients undergoing cancer treatment,as well as the development of mindfulness in the era of new technologies.展开更多
The Upanishads are a collection of highest ancient Indian wisdom that are part of the wider corpus of Vedic literature.They address significant philosophical and spiritual issues about the nature of universal reality ...The Upanishads are a collection of highest ancient Indian wisdom that are part of the wider corpus of Vedic literature.They address significant philosophical and spiritual issues about the nature of universal reality as the ultimate truth,through various aphorisms.Scholars world over have been pondering upon these ancient texts,which has propagated various kinds of Indian philosophies that served as the foundation for Indian traditions.The Upanishads perceive the universe and human correlation as a dynamic interaction between the ultimate and immutable truth or Purusha which is eternal and unchanging in nature and Prakṛti or nature and for these texts,indicate the interaction between these two as transient and mutable as the nature of life is always transient and ever changing and the entire cosmos is expression of the combination of both.As Acharya Shankar suggests that the self is engulfed with Prakṛti or the five elements of nature,termed as Māyāand ignorance is its byproduct which leads the mind to illusionary waywardness.Various INDOLOGICAL scholars have commented that suggested term“Māyā”in the Upanishads is often translated as“illusion”,but this interpretation does not align with the unconventional notion of illusion.Scholars like Vroom and Doniger further elaborate that labeling the universe as an illusion(māyā)does not equate to declaring it as unreal.Māyā,not only misleads individuals through their perceived knowledge but also fundamentally restricts their understanding of concept of true happiness.Māyārepresents the ever-changing nature and perceived reality and exists alongside Brahman,which is considered the hidden,true reality.And in order to achieve true content in life it is essential to perceive this core idea.Although,the term Maya is scarcely found in Upanishads,the concept of avidya is significant in the Upanishads as these texts assert that the quest for blissful and liberating self-knowledge leads to realize the higher self.This paper is a humble attempt to unveil the much debated concept of Avidya or Maya or Ignorance.展开更多
The article presents an original concept of a universal philosophical language capable of transcending the boundaries between individual sciences and serving as a foundation for transdisciplinary thinking.This approac...The article presents an original concept of a universal philosophical language capable of transcending the boundaries between individual sciences and serving as a foundation for transdisciplinary thinking.This approach,developed by the author since the 1980s,is based on particular and general comparative concepts-concepts of practical mind and categories of pure mind.Therefore,the key element of the concept is the category of"particular and general",which fundamentally differs from the traditional category of"part and whole".This allows for the description of both structural and functional aspects of complex systems not only at the interdisciplinary but also at the transdisciplinary level.The primary categories of thought-Identity,Difference,Correlated,Opposite,and others-are regarded as universal notions that connect levels of reality and ensure the integration of individual sciences.Unlike contemporary transdisciplinary concepts based on Basarab Nicolescu's logic of the included middle and Edgar Morin's dialogics,the author's theory is built on the ultimate general Hegelian notion of"concrete identity"and its differentiation into a multitude of"concrete differences"-comparative concepts.As a result,a unique philosophical language has been developed,presented within the framework of the Philosophical Matrix as a system of categories of pure mind capable of describing the dynamics and wholeness of complex processes at the transdisciplinary level.The article is intended for researchers interested in the philosophical foundations of transdisciplinarity,the theory of complexity,and the development of universal categories of thought.展开更多
BACKGROUND Anxiety complicates recovery in esophagectomy patients undergoing esophagectomy,while preoperative depressive symptoms may further delay surgeryassociated malnutrition resolution,highlighting a critical nee...BACKGROUND Anxiety complicates recovery in esophagectomy patients undergoing esophagectomy,while preoperative depressive symptoms may further delay surgeryassociated malnutrition resolution,highlighting a critical need for psychological intervention.AIM To explore the correlation of anxiety and depression with mindfulness levels in patients undergoing esophagectomy for esophageal cancer and analyze associated risk factors.METHODS A total of 120 patients with esophageal cancer,all of whom underwent esophagectomy in The Affiliated Yongchuan Hospital of Chongqing Medical University between September 2022 and September 2024,were enrolled.The hospital anxiety and depression scale(HADS)was utilized to evaluate the anxiety(HADS-anxiety subscale,HADS-A)and depression(HADS-depression subscale,HADS-D)levels of these patients,and the Mindful Attention Awareness Scale(MAAS)was employed to assess their mindfulness levels.The relationships among anxiety,depression,and mindfulness levels were analyzed,and both univariate and multivariate analyses were conducted to identify the risk factors for anxiety and depression in these patients.RESULTS Data revealed that the mean HADS-A score of patients undergoing esophagectomy was(10.43±4.24)points,and 40.00%,35.00%,and 10.83%of the patients had mild,moderate,and severe anxiety,respectively.The mean HADS-D score https://www.wjgnet.com 2 September 19,2025 Volume 15 Issue 9 was(9.20±4.66)points,and 37.50%,23.33%,and 9.17%of the patients had mild,moderate,and severe depression,respectively.Patients with negative or mild anxiety(or depression)exhibited significantly higher MAAS scores than those with moderate or severe anxiety(or depression).The HADS-A and HADS-D scores showed a strong and negative correlation with the MAAS score.Univariate and multivariate analyses demonstrated that sex(P=0.006),age(P=0.017),per capita monthly household income(P=0.005),and educational level(P=0.004)were all independently associated with the exacerbation of anxiety in patients undergoing esophagectomy.Age(P=0.026),living status(P=0.005),per capita monthly household income(P=0.024),educational level(P=0.002),and postoperative complications(P<0.001)were all independently related to the aggravation of depression in such patients.CONCLUSION This study indicated a significant negative correlation among anxiety,depression,and mindfulness levels in patients undergoing esophagectomy.Sex,age,per capita monthly household income,and educational level were risk factors for anxiety in patients undergoing esophagectomy,whereas age,living status,per capita monthly household income,educational level,and postoperative complications were risk factors for depression.展开更多
BACKGROUND Psychotic disorders are characterized by both positive symptoms(hallucinations,delusions)and negative symptoms(emotional blunting,anhedonia)that impair daily functioning.While antipsychotic drugs and psycho...BACKGROUND Psychotic disorders are characterized by both positive symptoms(hallucinations,delusions)and negative symptoms(emotional blunting,anhedonia)that impair daily functioning.While antipsychotic drugs and psychological interventions are effective when addressing positive symptoms,treatment of negative symptoms remains an ongoing challenge.Mindfulness-based interventions(MBIs)have been shown to reduce negative psychotic symptoms.However,as negative psychotic symptoms are assessed as a sole entity rather than a sum of manifestations,the effect of MBIs remains unclear.AIM To examine the effects of MBI in addition to integrated rehabilitation treatment(IRT)for people experiencing psychosis on each of the negative psychotic symptoms.METHODS A randomized controlled clinical trial with preintervention and postintervention measures was designed.The main outcome variable was negative psychotic symptoms assessed through the seven subscales of the Spanish version of the positive and negative syndrome scale.Data were analyzed using a repeated measures analysis of variance and reliable change index calculation.RESULTS There were no statistical differences between groups at the preintervention assessment.Statistically significant differences were found after MBI for the time in emotional withdrawal(F=37.75,P<0.001,η2=0.437)and social withdrawal(F=37.75,P<0.001,η2=0.437).CONCLUSION MBI added to IRT reduced the lack of interest and involvement with affective commitment to daily life activities,and interest and engagement in social activities increased.These negative psychotic symptoms were not improved by IRT alone.展开更多
Background:While traditional meditation practices are known for their mental health benefits,they often face limitations such as restricted access and environmental distractions.To address these challenges and enhance...Background:While traditional meditation practices are known for their mental health benefits,they often face limitations such as restricted access and environmental distractions.To address these challenges and enhance meditation effectiveness,this study implemented an immersive virtual reality meditation(IVRM)program and examined its potentialmental health benefits among university students-a population that frequently experiences significant psychological distress.Methods:Nineteen university students participated in eight 15-min sessions of an IVRM program designed to promote mindfulness and relaxation over the course of one month.Perceived stress and anxiety levels were assessed using validated self-report measures at baseline(T1)and post-intervention(T2).Twotailed paired t-tests were conducted to evaluate the preliminary efficacy of the program,and effect sizes were reported using Cohen’s d.Results:Significant reductions were observed from pre-to post-intervention in perceived stress(t(18)=3.694,p<0.001,SE=0.17,d=−0.85)and perceived anxiety(t(18)=5.113,p<0.01,SE=0.10,d=−1.20),both indicating large effect sizes.Conclusion:Our findings provide preliminary evidence that the IVRMprogramcan reduce stress and anxiety levels in university students.The positive results suggest that IVRM has the potential to serve as a novel,technology-based meditation intervention for individuals at elevated risk for developingmental health disorders.Furthermore,our study suggests important implications for future research.展开更多
Cancer significantly impacts patients'physical and mental health,leading to a wide range of effects from physical pain to psychological issues such as anxiety and depression,severely diminishing their quality of l...Cancer significantly impacts patients'physical and mental health,leading to a wide range of effects from physical pain to psychological issues such as anxiety and depression,severely diminishing their quality of life.As an emerging psychosomatic intervention,mindfulness interventions have gained increasing attention.This scoping review systematically searches and filters relevant literature,covering databases from their inception to January 2025,aiming to comprehensively outline the application,research characteristics,and main outcomes of mindfulness interventions in cancer recovery.We employed the Arksey and O'Malley framework,utilizing electronic databases and manual searches to rigorously select studies and extract key data.Results indicate that mindfulness interventions show broad potential in improving cancer patients'mental health,physical symptoms,and quality of life,despite the heterogeneity of the evidence.Future research should focus on higher-quality randomized controlled trials to explore different intervention modalities and long-term effects and to analyze their underlying mechanisms.This paper particularly highlights the advancements in Mindfulness-Based Cancer Recovery,providing valuable references for clinical practice.展开更多
This study examined the relationships among workplace spirituality,mindfulness,mental well-being,and organizational commitment in professional female dancers.A total of 424 dancers from the United States participated ...This study examined the relationships among workplace spirituality,mindfulness,mental well-being,and organizational commitment in professional female dancers.A total of 424 dancers from the United States participated in the survey.Structural equation modeling indicated that workplace spirituality was positively associated with both mental well-being and organizational commitment,whereas mindfulness was significantly related only to organizational commitment.Mental well-being was a significant predictor of organizational commitment and mediated the relationship between workplace spirituality and organizational commitment,but not between mindfulness and commitment.These results suggest that workplace spirituality functions as a psychological resource that enhances emotional health and strengthens organizational engagement.Thesefindings are consistent with self-determination theory,highlighting the role of value congruence and intrinsic purpose in sustaining motivation in high-performance contexts.Moreover,the studyfindings underscore the importance of fostering spiritually supportive work environments to promote psychological well-being and long-term organizational commitment.展开更多
Yumin Dai’s book On Jiao Hong and Ming-Qing Confucianism represents a significant advancement in recent Confucianism research.The book comprises two parts:the first three chapters delve into Jiao Hong’s“intellectua...Yumin Dai’s book On Jiao Hong and Ming-Qing Confucianism represents a significant advancement in recent Confucianism research.The book comprises two parts:the first three chapters delve into Jiao Hong’s“intellectual shift”in reconstructing mind teaching through the lens of“name-reality”and“thought”,integrating textual research into moral cultivation and using Buddhist and Taoist ideas to soften the metaphysical aspects of religious syncretism.The final three chapters situate Jiao Hong within the Ming-Qing Confucian transformation,bridging the Ming Dynasty’s revised mind teaching with Qing Dynasty’s Qi-oriented teaching,and paving the way for Qianlong-Jiaqing textual research.The author introduces the dual-track transformation theory,breaking the traditional single-track framework,emphasizing dual changes in doctrines and methodologies during the Ming-Qing Confucian transformation.Methodologically,it blends a macro perspective with micro-analysis,overcoming intellectual history fragmentation.Theoretically,it highlights Jiao Hong’s pivotal role in connecting the Confucianism in Ming and Qing dynasties,objectively assessing his incomplete thoughts and historical limitations,and revealing tensions between intellectual rationality and value beliefs.This research redefines Jiao Hong’s place in intellectual history and offers a fresh interpretation of Ming-Qing Confucian transformation.展开更多
Background:considering the significant issue of learning burnout among university students,it is essential to investigate the connection between mindfulness and learning burnout.This systematic review and metaanalysis...Background:considering the significant issue of learning burnout among university students,it is essential to investigate the connection between mindfulness and learning burnout.This systematic review and metaanalysis sought to thoroughly examine the direct and indirect relationships betweenmindfulness and learning burnout.Methods:a comprehensive literature search was conducted in Scopus,Google Scholar,and Web of Science databases until 07 July 2024.A comprehensive literature review analysis of 19 articles was included,which identified three dimensions of learning burnout:emotions,behaviors,and outcomes,determined the indirect and direct relationships between mindfulness and learning burnout,and outlined the indirect relationship between mindfulness and learning burnout.This meta-analysis incorporated data from nine studies,encompassing a total of 5227 university students experiencing learning burnout.Results:the findings revealed a significant negative correlation between mindfulness and learning burnout,with a correlation coefficient of r=-0.396,(98.6%CI[-0.521,-0.272]).Additionally,a notable negative relationship was observed between mindfulness and emotional exhaustion,characterized by a correlation coefficient of r=-0.281,(98.0%CI[-0.438,-0.123]).It also found that mindfulness indirectly influenced learning burnout by other factors(such as self-efficacy,social support,and so on).However,the empirical analysis of the indirect relationship is not supported by sufficient meta-data.Conclusion:this study indicates that there is a significant and negative direct relationship or some indirect correlation between learning burnout and mindfulness,which may affect learning burnout through internal and external factors.These results also highlight the urgent need for a more in-depth exploration of the indirect mechanisms influencing the relationship between mindfulness and learning burnout.展开更多
Social cognition constitutes a fundamental component in establishing and maintaining healthy interpersonal relationships,achieving social goals,and effectively regulating emotions within social contexts.Inspired by a ...Social cognition constitutes a fundamental component in establishing and maintaining healthy interpersonal relationships,achieving social goals,and effectively regulating emotions within social contexts.Inspired by a recent study examining the chain mediating roles of perceived social adversity and security in the relationship between impulsive personality and suicidal behaviors among depressed adolescents,this editorial synthesizes advances in social cognition research specific to adolescent depression.Research methodologies,theoretical frameworks,and neuroscientific insights in this domain have evolved substantially over the past fifteen years.Whereas earlier investigations primarily emphasized broad behavioral observations,contemporary research increasingly integrates neuroimaging techniques,computational modeling,and refined experimental paradigms.Current understanding of specific cognitive biases such as distinctions between interpretive and attentional biases has also grown more nuanced.This editorial reflects the evolving nature of the field by presenting shifts in research focus and demonstrating how these changes have deepened our understanding of social-cognitive functioning in adolescent depression.Building on this synthesis,we outline limitations of extant research and suggest promising directions for future inquiry.展开更多
文摘Objective: Alexithymia is increasingly recognized in a number of psychiatric disorders, but a possible relationship between alexithymia and adult attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) has not been studied. It is not known if psychostimulants decrease symptoms of both ADHD and alexithymia. This relationship is examined in a small naturalistic and longitudinal study. Participants: Ten consecutive stimulant-naive college students seek assessment and treatment for ADHD during the academic year. Method: Participants completed three self-report instruments quantifying ADHD symptomatology, alexithymia, and psychological mindedness prior to initiation of stimulant pharmacotherapy and after three and six months of medication treatment without formal psychotherapy. Results: ADHD symptoms decreased significantly from baseline to three months and remained low at six months. Decreases in alexithymia and increases in psychological mindedness changed more slowly, with significant differences occurring at six months compared to baseline. Conclusions: This study suggests that stimulant pharmacotherapy in college students with ADHD decreases ADHD symptoms and alexithymia while increasing psychological mindedness. These results have implications for untreated adult ADHD patients seeking psychotherapy.
文摘Psychiatry residents, who lack psychological mindedness, struggle to understand the multiple determinants of behavior, or the numerous meanings of a single symptom. This is unfortunate because most psychiatry resident interns feel that they are finally among the group where they belong… like-minded physicians who share a fascination with human nature and a desire to grasp all the nuances and complexities of human behavior. This paper provides a framework for psychiatry departments to train residents along a continuum of psychological mindedness. The authors explain the concept of psychological mindedness, explore the pros and cons of acquiring psychological mindedness, and a scientific basis for its use in general psychiatry. A new model is included to capture any resident’s ability to become psychologically minded, with direction for Program Director’s to possibly develop growth in a resident’s psychological mindedness over four years of training.
文摘Objective:To evaluate the value of rehabilitation nursing based on mind mapping model combined with psychological intervention for patients with nephrotic syndrome(NS).Methods:A total of 60 patients with NS who visited our hospital from January 2024 to December 2024 were selected as samples and randomly divided into groups.The observation group received rehabilitation nursing based on the mind mapping model combined with psychological intervention,while the control group received routine intervention.The differences in emotional scores,self-care ability scores,compliance,and complications were compared between the two groups.Results:The anxiety(SAS)and depression(SDS)scores of the observation group were lower than those of the control group,while the self-care ability scale(ESCA)score was higher than that of the control group(P<0.05).The compliance rate of the observation group was higher than that of the control group(P<0.05).The complication rate of NS in the observation group was lower than that in the control group(P<0.05).Conclusion:Rehabilitation nursing based on the mind mapping model combined with psychological intervention can enhance self-care ability,reduce negative emotions,and reduce complications in NS nursing,which is efficient and feasible.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.71974162 and No.7231101009).
文摘Objectives This study aimed to develop and preliminarily assess the quality of a Mindfulness Breast Care(MBC)App to reduce body image distress and stigma among breast cancer survivors(BCSs).Methods The development process of the MBC App involved:1)establishing a research group;2)determining of the content of the MBC App based on Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy and 3)technical exploitation and maintenance.A mixed-methods study was conducted.We selected ten BCSs by a convenience sampling method.After using the APP for three months,five assessed the quality using the Mobile App Rating Scale:User Version(uMARS)and another five were interviewed for process evaluation.Results The MBC App was developed with three modules:1)Library to provide health education information on body image,stigma,mindfulness,recovery and etc;2)Mindfulness Yoga to offer 12 Hatha yoga videos for daily practice;and 3)Mindfulness Practices to have 12 sessions of mindfulness videoconferences.Based on the uMARS data,the MBC App received high ratings for functionality(4.10±0.34),aesthetics(3.93±0.55),information quality(4.10±0.72),and perceived impact(4.03±0.96),as well as moderate ratings for engagement(3.72±0.94)and subjective quality(3.87±0.77).Participants indicated that the MBC App provided reliable knowledge,information,and emotional support.Recommendations from participants included categorizing knowledge in the Library Module,recording videoconferences of mindfulness practice,and adding discussion sessions in the videoconference.Afterward,we optimized the MBC App to enhance the user experience accordingly.Conclusions The MBC App offers online mindfulness interventions specifically for BCSs in China.The preliminary quality assessment indicates that the MBC App may be a promising tool for delivering mindfulness interventions to BCSs.
文摘As new-generation intelligent technologies rapidly evolve,enhancing artificial intelligence(AI)education has become a global consensus,and improving AI literacy is a key focus in higher education.To address the lack of relevant knowledge among non-computer science students,the complexity of the material,which leads to low interest and high difficulty in learning,this paper proposes a three-pronged teaching design model:“BOPPPS model+large language models(LLMs)+mind maps with 3w2h”.This model aims to assist teachers in designing practical teaching cases and engaging,interactive activities,and provides examples of its application to help teachers better teach AI and improve the AI literacy of non-computer science students.
基金Supported by Education and Teaching Reform Project of the First Clinical College of Chongqing Medical University,No.CMER202305Natural Science Foundation of Tibet Autonomous Region,No.XZ2024ZR-ZY100(Z)the Program for Youth Innovation in Future Medicine,Chongqing Medical University,China,No.W0138.
文摘Cancer-related fatigue(CRF)presents as a complex interplay between physical and mental fatigue,with mindfulness interventions offering a promising approach to alleviate both.These techniques,including mindfulness-based stress reduction,cognitive therapy,dialectical behavior therapy,and acceptance and commitment therapy,are designed to break the cycle of CRF by addressing its psychological and emotional aspects.This editorial integrates the latest research published by Liu et al,examining the reciprocal and harmful cyclical relationship between physical and mental CRF,and explores the causes and associated mindfulness interventions.We expect that future research will emphasize the identification and management of CRF,particularly focusing on the application of various mindfulness interventions in cancer survivors and patients undergoing cancer treatment,as well as the development of mindfulness in the era of new technologies.
文摘The Upanishads are a collection of highest ancient Indian wisdom that are part of the wider corpus of Vedic literature.They address significant philosophical and spiritual issues about the nature of universal reality as the ultimate truth,through various aphorisms.Scholars world over have been pondering upon these ancient texts,which has propagated various kinds of Indian philosophies that served as the foundation for Indian traditions.The Upanishads perceive the universe and human correlation as a dynamic interaction between the ultimate and immutable truth or Purusha which is eternal and unchanging in nature and Prakṛti or nature and for these texts,indicate the interaction between these two as transient and mutable as the nature of life is always transient and ever changing and the entire cosmos is expression of the combination of both.As Acharya Shankar suggests that the self is engulfed with Prakṛti or the five elements of nature,termed as Māyāand ignorance is its byproduct which leads the mind to illusionary waywardness.Various INDOLOGICAL scholars have commented that suggested term“Māyā”in the Upanishads is often translated as“illusion”,but this interpretation does not align with the unconventional notion of illusion.Scholars like Vroom and Doniger further elaborate that labeling the universe as an illusion(māyā)does not equate to declaring it as unreal.Māyā,not only misleads individuals through their perceived knowledge but also fundamentally restricts their understanding of concept of true happiness.Māyārepresents the ever-changing nature and perceived reality and exists alongside Brahman,which is considered the hidden,true reality.And in order to achieve true content in life it is essential to perceive this core idea.Although,the term Maya is scarcely found in Upanishads,the concept of avidya is significant in the Upanishads as these texts assert that the quest for blissful and liberating self-knowledge leads to realize the higher self.This paper is a humble attempt to unveil the much debated concept of Avidya or Maya or Ignorance.
文摘The article presents an original concept of a universal philosophical language capable of transcending the boundaries between individual sciences and serving as a foundation for transdisciplinary thinking.This approach,developed by the author since the 1980s,is based on particular and general comparative concepts-concepts of practical mind and categories of pure mind.Therefore,the key element of the concept is the category of"particular and general",which fundamentally differs from the traditional category of"part and whole".This allows for the description of both structural and functional aspects of complex systems not only at the interdisciplinary but also at the transdisciplinary level.The primary categories of thought-Identity,Difference,Correlated,Opposite,and others-are regarded as universal notions that connect levels of reality and ensure the integration of individual sciences.Unlike contemporary transdisciplinary concepts based on Basarab Nicolescu's logic of the included middle and Edgar Morin's dialogics,the author's theory is built on the ultimate general Hegelian notion of"concrete identity"and its differentiation into a multitude of"concrete differences"-comparative concepts.As a result,a unique philosophical language has been developed,presented within the framework of the Philosophical Matrix as a system of categories of pure mind capable of describing the dynamics and wholeness of complex processes at the transdisciplinary level.The article is intended for researchers interested in the philosophical foundations of transdisciplinarity,the theory of complexity,and the development of universal categories of thought.
基金Supported by Yongchuan District Natural Science Foundation,No.2022yc-jckx20050。
文摘BACKGROUND Anxiety complicates recovery in esophagectomy patients undergoing esophagectomy,while preoperative depressive symptoms may further delay surgeryassociated malnutrition resolution,highlighting a critical need for psychological intervention.AIM To explore the correlation of anxiety and depression with mindfulness levels in patients undergoing esophagectomy for esophageal cancer and analyze associated risk factors.METHODS A total of 120 patients with esophageal cancer,all of whom underwent esophagectomy in The Affiliated Yongchuan Hospital of Chongqing Medical University between September 2022 and September 2024,were enrolled.The hospital anxiety and depression scale(HADS)was utilized to evaluate the anxiety(HADS-anxiety subscale,HADS-A)and depression(HADS-depression subscale,HADS-D)levels of these patients,and the Mindful Attention Awareness Scale(MAAS)was employed to assess their mindfulness levels.The relationships among anxiety,depression,and mindfulness levels were analyzed,and both univariate and multivariate analyses were conducted to identify the risk factors for anxiety and depression in these patients.RESULTS Data revealed that the mean HADS-A score of patients undergoing esophagectomy was(10.43±4.24)points,and 40.00%,35.00%,and 10.83%of the patients had mild,moderate,and severe anxiety,respectively.The mean HADS-D score https://www.wjgnet.com 2 September 19,2025 Volume 15 Issue 9 was(9.20±4.66)points,and 37.50%,23.33%,and 9.17%of the patients had mild,moderate,and severe depression,respectively.Patients with negative or mild anxiety(or depression)exhibited significantly higher MAAS scores than those with moderate or severe anxiety(or depression).The HADS-A and HADS-D scores showed a strong and negative correlation with the MAAS score.Univariate and multivariate analyses demonstrated that sex(P=0.006),age(P=0.017),per capita monthly household income(P=0.005),and educational level(P=0.004)were all independently associated with the exacerbation of anxiety in patients undergoing esophagectomy.Age(P=0.026),living status(P=0.005),per capita monthly household income(P=0.024),educational level(P=0.002),and postoperative complications(P<0.001)were all independently related to the aggravation of depression in such patients.CONCLUSION This study indicated a significant negative correlation among anxiety,depression,and mindfulness levels in patients undergoing esophagectomy.Sex,age,per capita monthly household income,and educational level were risk factors for anxiety in patients undergoing esophagectomy,whereas age,living status,per capita monthly household income,educational level,and postoperative complications were risk factors for depression.
基金Supported by the R+D Project funded by the Spanish Ministry of Science and Innovation MCIN/AEI/10.13039/501100011033 and by FEDER,EU,No.PID2021-122987OA-I00.
文摘BACKGROUND Psychotic disorders are characterized by both positive symptoms(hallucinations,delusions)and negative symptoms(emotional blunting,anhedonia)that impair daily functioning.While antipsychotic drugs and psychological interventions are effective when addressing positive symptoms,treatment of negative symptoms remains an ongoing challenge.Mindfulness-based interventions(MBIs)have been shown to reduce negative psychotic symptoms.However,as negative psychotic symptoms are assessed as a sole entity rather than a sum of manifestations,the effect of MBIs remains unclear.AIM To examine the effects of MBI in addition to integrated rehabilitation treatment(IRT)for people experiencing psychosis on each of the negative psychotic symptoms.METHODS A randomized controlled clinical trial with preintervention and postintervention measures was designed.The main outcome variable was negative psychotic symptoms assessed through the seven subscales of the Spanish version of the positive and negative syndrome scale.Data were analyzed using a repeated measures analysis of variance and reliable change index calculation.RESULTS There were no statistical differences between groups at the preintervention assessment.Statistically significant differences were found after MBI for the time in emotional withdrawal(F=37.75,P<0.001,η2=0.437)and social withdrawal(F=37.75,P<0.001,η2=0.437).CONCLUSION MBI added to IRT reduced the lack of interest and involvement with affective commitment to daily life activities,and interest and engagement in social activities increased.These negative psychotic symptoms were not improved by IRT alone.
文摘Background:While traditional meditation practices are known for their mental health benefits,they often face limitations such as restricted access and environmental distractions.To address these challenges and enhance meditation effectiveness,this study implemented an immersive virtual reality meditation(IVRM)program and examined its potentialmental health benefits among university students-a population that frequently experiences significant psychological distress.Methods:Nineteen university students participated in eight 15-min sessions of an IVRM program designed to promote mindfulness and relaxation over the course of one month.Perceived stress and anxiety levels were assessed using validated self-report measures at baseline(T1)and post-intervention(T2).Twotailed paired t-tests were conducted to evaluate the preliminary efficacy of the program,and effect sizes were reported using Cohen’s d.Results:Significant reductions were observed from pre-to post-intervention in perceived stress(t(18)=3.694,p<0.001,SE=0.17,d=−0.85)and perceived anxiety(t(18)=5.113,p<0.01,SE=0.10,d=−1.20),both indicating large effect sizes.Conclusion:Our findings provide preliminary evidence that the IVRMprogramcan reduce stress and anxiety levels in university students.The positive results suggest that IVRM has the potential to serve as a novel,technology-based meditation intervention for individuals at elevated risk for developingmental health disorders.Furthermore,our study suggests important implications for future research.
基金Supported by the Teacher Education Research Project of Meizhouwan Vocational and Technical College,No.MZY2407Fujian Province Lifelong Education Quality Enhancement and Excellence Training Project,No.ZS24037.
文摘Cancer significantly impacts patients'physical and mental health,leading to a wide range of effects from physical pain to psychological issues such as anxiety and depression,severely diminishing their quality of life.As an emerging psychosomatic intervention,mindfulness interventions have gained increasing attention.This scoping review systematically searches and filters relevant literature,covering databases from their inception to January 2025,aiming to comprehensively outline the application,research characteristics,and main outcomes of mindfulness interventions in cancer recovery.We employed the Arksey and O'Malley framework,utilizing electronic databases and manual searches to rigorously select studies and extract key data.Results indicate that mindfulness interventions show broad potential in improving cancer patients'mental health,physical symptoms,and quality of life,despite the heterogeneity of the evidence.Future research should focus on higher-quality randomized controlled trials to explore different intervention modalities and long-term effects and to analyze their underlying mechanisms.This paper particularly highlights the advancements in Mindfulness-Based Cancer Recovery,providing valuable references for clinical practice.
文摘This study examined the relationships among workplace spirituality,mindfulness,mental well-being,and organizational commitment in professional female dancers.A total of 424 dancers from the United States participated in the survey.Structural equation modeling indicated that workplace spirituality was positively associated with both mental well-being and organizational commitment,whereas mindfulness was significantly related only to organizational commitment.Mental well-being was a significant predictor of organizational commitment and mediated the relationship between workplace spirituality and organizational commitment,but not between mindfulness and commitment.These results suggest that workplace spirituality functions as a psychological resource that enhances emotional health and strengthens organizational engagement.Thesefindings are consistent with self-determination theory,highlighting the role of value congruence and intrinsic purpose in sustaining motivation in high-performance contexts.Moreover,the studyfindings underscore the importance of fostering spiritually supportive work environments to promote psychological well-being and long-term organizational commitment.
文摘Yumin Dai’s book On Jiao Hong and Ming-Qing Confucianism represents a significant advancement in recent Confucianism research.The book comprises two parts:the first three chapters delve into Jiao Hong’s“intellectual shift”in reconstructing mind teaching through the lens of“name-reality”and“thought”,integrating textual research into moral cultivation and using Buddhist and Taoist ideas to soften the metaphysical aspects of religious syncretism.The final three chapters situate Jiao Hong within the Ming-Qing Confucian transformation,bridging the Ming Dynasty’s revised mind teaching with Qing Dynasty’s Qi-oriented teaching,and paving the way for Qianlong-Jiaqing textual research.The author introduces the dual-track transformation theory,breaking the traditional single-track framework,emphasizing dual changes in doctrines and methodologies during the Ming-Qing Confucian transformation.Methodologically,it blends a macro perspective with micro-analysis,overcoming intellectual history fragmentation.Theoretically,it highlights Jiao Hong’s pivotal role in connecting the Confucianism in Ming and Qing dynasties,objectively assessing his incomplete thoughts and historical limitations,and revealing tensions between intellectual rationality and value beliefs.This research redefines Jiao Hong’s place in intellectual history and offers a fresh interpretation of Ming-Qing Confucian transformation.
文摘Background:considering the significant issue of learning burnout among university students,it is essential to investigate the connection between mindfulness and learning burnout.This systematic review and metaanalysis sought to thoroughly examine the direct and indirect relationships betweenmindfulness and learning burnout.Methods:a comprehensive literature search was conducted in Scopus,Google Scholar,and Web of Science databases until 07 July 2024.A comprehensive literature review analysis of 19 articles was included,which identified three dimensions of learning burnout:emotions,behaviors,and outcomes,determined the indirect and direct relationships between mindfulness and learning burnout,and outlined the indirect relationship between mindfulness and learning burnout.This meta-analysis incorporated data from nine studies,encompassing a total of 5227 university students experiencing learning burnout.Results:the findings revealed a significant negative correlation between mindfulness and learning burnout,with a correlation coefficient of r=-0.396,(98.6%CI[-0.521,-0.272]).Additionally,a notable negative relationship was observed between mindfulness and emotional exhaustion,characterized by a correlation coefficient of r=-0.281,(98.0%CI[-0.438,-0.123]).It also found that mindfulness indirectly influenced learning burnout by other factors(such as self-efficacy,social support,and so on).However,the empirical analysis of the indirect relationship is not supported by sufficient meta-data.Conclusion:this study indicates that there is a significant and negative direct relationship or some indirect correlation between learning burnout and mindfulness,which may affect learning burnout through internal and external factors.These results also highlight the urgent need for a more in-depth exploration of the indirect mechanisms influencing the relationship between mindfulness and learning burnout.
基金Supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China,No.82101595.
文摘Social cognition constitutes a fundamental component in establishing and maintaining healthy interpersonal relationships,achieving social goals,and effectively regulating emotions within social contexts.Inspired by a recent study examining the chain mediating roles of perceived social adversity and security in the relationship between impulsive personality and suicidal behaviors among depressed adolescents,this editorial synthesizes advances in social cognition research specific to adolescent depression.Research methodologies,theoretical frameworks,and neuroscientific insights in this domain have evolved substantially over the past fifteen years.Whereas earlier investigations primarily emphasized broad behavioral observations,contemporary research increasingly integrates neuroimaging techniques,computational modeling,and refined experimental paradigms.Current understanding of specific cognitive biases such as distinctions between interpretive and attentional biases has also grown more nuanced.This editorial reflects the evolving nature of the field by presenting shifts in research focus and demonstrating how these changes have deepened our understanding of social-cognitive functioning in adolescent depression.Building on this synthesis,we outline limitations of extant research and suggest promising directions for future inquiry.
