Mind-body internet and mobile-based interventions for depression and anxiety in adults with chronic physical conditions: A systematic review of RCTs

PLOS Digital Health, Год журнала: 2024, Номер 3(1), С. e0000435 - e0000435

Опубликована: Янв. 23, 2024

This review summarizes the effectiveness of scalable mind-body internet and mobile-based interventions (IMIs) on depression anxiety symptoms in adults living with chronic physical conditions. Six databases (MEDLINE, PsycINFO, SCOPUS, EMBASE, CINAHL, CENTRAL) were searched for randomized controlled trials published from database inception to March 2023. Mind-body IMIs included cognitive behavioral therapy, breathwork, meditation, mindfulness, yoga or Tai-chi. To focus a greater potential scale, intervention delivery needed be online no limited facilitation by study personnel. The primary outcome was mean change scores (Hedges’ g ). In subgroup analyses, random-effects models used calculate pooled effect size estimates based personnel support level, techniques, condition, survey type. Meta-regression conducted age length. Fifty-six studies met inclusion criteria (sample 7691, participants 43 years, 58% female): 30% (n = 17) neurological conditions, 12% 7) cardiovascular 11% cancer 6), 43% other conditions 24), 4% 2) multiple demonstrated statistically significant reductions ( SMD -0.33 [-0.40, -0.26], p<0.001) -0.26 [-0.36, -0.17], p<0.001). Heterogeneity moderate. Scalable hold promise as managing without differences seen While modest, sizes are comparable those pharmacological therapy. field would benefit detailed reporting participant demographics including related technological proficiency, well further evaluation non-CBT interventions. Registration: is registered PROSPERO ID # CRD42022375606 .

Язык: Английский

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Breathing Practices for Stress and Anxiety Reduction: Conceptual Framework of Implementation Guidelines Based on a Systematic Review of the Published Literature

Brain Sciences, Год журнала: 2023, Номер 13(12), С. 1612 - 1612

Опубликована: Ноя. 21, 2023

Anxiety and stress plague populations worldwide. Voluntary regulated breathing practices offer a tool to address this epidemic. We examined peer-reviewed published literature understand effective approaches implementation of these practices. PubMed ScienceDirect were searched identify clinical trials evaluating isolated breathing-based interventions with psychometric stress/anxiety outcomes. Two independent reviewers conducted all screening data extraction. Of 2904 unique articles, 731 abstracts, 181 full texts screened, 58 met the inclusion criteria. Fifty-four studies' 72 effective. Components ineffective evaluated develop conceptual framework factors associated reduction effectiveness. Effective breath avoided fast-only paces sessions <5 min, while including human-guided training, multiple sessions, long-term practice. Population, other paces, session duration ≥5 group versus individual or at-home not Analysis that did fit revealed extensive standing, interruptions, involuntary diaphragmatic obstruction, inadequate training for highly technical may render otherwise promising ineffective. Following evidence-based can help maximize benefits Future research is warranted further refine easily accessible intervention relief.

Язык: Английский

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Effects of conscious connected breathing on cortical brain activity, mood and state of consciousness in healthy adults

Current Psychology, Год журнала: 2023, Номер 43(12), С. 10578 - 10589

Опубликована: Сен. 8, 2023

Abstract Breathwork as a means of inducing non-ordinary states consciousness is gaining traction potential therapeutic modality. We examined the effects breathwork (in form connected breathing) on electroencephalography (EEG) and mood in 20 healthy participants (aged between 23 39 years (female = 11, M age 29). In addition, to compare with other consciousness, we assessed subjective using 11 Dimension Altered State Consciousness questionnaire. EEG spectral power analysis eyes closed rest recordings before after session showed decrease delta (1–4 Hz) theta (4–8 frequencies frontotemporal parietal regions, respectively no changes were seen Alpha (9–12 Beta (12–30 bands. However, decomposing beta waves 1 (12–15 Hz), 2 (15–20 3 (20–30 decreases observed across Beta1 parietotemporal regions. Notably, gamma increased experienced practitioners. Scores Profile Mood States questionnaire reduction negative affect (anger, tension, confusion, depression) an increase esteem. 11D-ASC scale indicated that experiences during similar those medium high doses psilocybin, suggesting occurrence mystical quality. Present results indicate brain activity mood, induces experiences. These are promising suggest such techniques could be useful improve mental well-being.

Язык: Английский

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Atemfokussierte Entspannungstechniken in der TCM-Behandlung des Kinderwunsches

Chinesische Medizin / Chinese Medicine, Год журнала: 2025, Номер 40(1), С. 15 - 26

Опубликована: Фев. 24, 2025

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Virtual Reality Breathing Interventions for Mental Health: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials

Applied Psychophysiology and Biofeedback, Год журнала: 2024, Номер 49(1), С. 1 - 21

Опубликована: Янв. 18, 2024

Abstract Breathing exercises have been shown to reduce mental health problems among clinical and non-clinical populations. Although virtual reality (VR) breathing interventions are assumed potential benefits, it remains unclear whether VR more effective at improving than non-VR interventions. We conducted a systematic literature search in six electronic databases (Web of Science, PsycINFO, Embase, Cochrane Central Register Controlled Trials, Scopus, PubMed) from inception 30th September, 2022. included randomized controlled trials adults evaluating effects compared on primary outcomes (stress, anxiety mood), secondary physiological stress measures (e.g., heart rate (HR), variability (HRV)). Within these selected studies, we explored differences likeability future use between 2.848 records were identified which 65 full-text articles assessed. Six RCTs included, five suitable for meta-analyses. Comparing interventions, there no significant overall health, stress, or mood, nor HR HRV. There was evidence that participants liked non-VR, would them the future. These results suggest is outcomes, HR, Further research required determine may be advantages longer-term VR-implementation practice, explore possible mechanisms.

Язык: Английский

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A scoping review on randomized controlled trials investigating effects of breathwork in women with breast cancer

Research Square (Research Square), Год журнала: 2025, Номер unknown

Опубликована: Янв. 30, 2025

Background: Patients with breast cancer experience distress, treatment-related discomfort, and fear of recurrence, from initial diagnosis through survivorship. Aims: This study aimed to assess the effects breathwork interventions on mental health quality life patients survivors. Methods: We searched multiple databases for randomized controlled trials involving in cancer. Results: Of 5,909 items screened, 16 studies 1,726 participants met inclusion criteria. Breathing included yoga (n=9), qigong (n=4), other breathing techniques (n=3). found that highest average risk bias was randomization process, challenges accurately evaluating deviations intended due unquantified adherence at-home practices, although overall generally low. Interventions were prescribed daily or weekly, lasting one week two years. Outcomes treatment side effects, fatigue, sleep, life, biomarkers (e.g., inflammatory markers), psychosocial factors, anxiety, depression. Conclusions: Although positive outcomes reported domains emotional wellbeing, null findings vasomotor symptoms such as hot flashes interventions. The wide range administered various phases care continuum complicates firm conclusions. Recruitment issues noted studies. Future research should standardize outcome measures, increase accessibility intervention (ie via Telehealth) improve adherence, include longer follow-up periods evaluate survival recurrence.

Язык: Английский

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Cyclic sighing in the clinic waiting room may decrease pain: results from a pilot randomized controlled trial

Journal of Behavioral Medicine, Год журнала: 2025, Номер unknown

Опубликована: Фев. 4, 2025

Язык: Английский

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A systematic review and meta-analysis on physical activity for the treatment of anxiety in older adults

International Psychogeriatrics, Год журнала: 2025, Номер unknown, С. 100044 - 100044

Опубликована: Фев. 1, 2025

Symptoms of anxiety and disorders negatively impact the quality life older adults. Physical activity is a potentially accessible intervention with other health benefits minimal risk, yet its on in adults unclear. Systematic review meta-analysis. Included databases were MEDLINE, EMBASE, Cochrane Central Register Controlled Trials, PsycINFO CINHAL searched from inception to June 23, 2023. We included randomized controlled trials who reported symptoms or at baseline, that compared physical interventions non-physical comparator. All steps done duplicate, certainty evidence was Grading Recommendations, Assessment, Development, Evaluations. Random effects meta-analyses performed. 10,763 citations reviewed, 13 studies meta-analyses. At participants self-reported low moderate levels different fitness. In meta-analysis, had medium effect decreasing severity control (standardized mean differences (SMD) - 0.66; 95 % Confidence Interval (CI) 0.89, 0.43). Subgroup analyses indicated reductions symptom when only assessing in-person (SMD: 0.59; %CI: 0.79, 0.38), without pre-existing diseases 0.74; CI: 0.99, 0.50), resistance training 0.76; 1.15, 0.38) aerobic exercise 0.82; 0.49). Studies small sample sizes high risk bias. reduces an acceptable promising incorporate into care planning.

Язык: Английский

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Exploring the Diagnostic Potential of Video-Based Breathing Control Training: A Sonographic Evaluation of Abdominal Organ Measures

International Journal of General Medicine, Год журнала: 2025, Номер Volume 18, С. 947 - 953

Опубликована: Фев. 1, 2025

Breathing control training programs have gained attention due to their potential influence diagnostic procedures. However, the role of video-based tools demonstrate breathing maneuvers during sonographic quantification abdominal organs needs be studied more. This study explores impact a program on examination organs. quasi-experimental recruited 49 healthy volunteers at ultrasound lab College Health and Rehabilitation Sciences in Princess Nourah bint Abdul Rahman University. The employed that includes diaphragmatic exercises. Sonographic assessments were conducted before after intervention period using standardized protocols. Data was analyzed SPSS V 28. right renal length (p-value <0.001), thickness 0.025), volume measured <0.001) significantly improved following video training. Similarly, splenic 0.015), width 0.001). Additionally, operator time demonstrated notable decrease from 13.14 ± 3.4 8.1 3.5 minutes <0.001). provides evidence for beneficial effects These findings suggest clinical utility integrating interventions into practice, although limitations require further validation generalization. Nonetheless, highlights promising enhancing accuracy sonography.

Язык: Английский

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Impact of breathing exercises on anxiety and depression in cancer patients: A systematic review and meta-analysis

Psycho-Oncologie, Год журнала: 2025, Номер unknown, С. 3618 - 3618

Опубликована: Март 11, 2025

Язык: Английский

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