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Filter by:This study evaluates the effects of a postpartum intervention in increasing the maternal well-being and self-efficacy of Italian women in the first one to six months after childbirth, as well as in reducing postpartum depression and stress. The intervention will use the motivational interviewing against high levels of daily stress. One third of participants will be exposed to a 3,5 hours group intervention approximately 1 month after delivery, one third will be exposed to an individual intervention in the same period and one third will receive no intervention. Participants will be followed with stress and depression questionnaires.
The investigators plan to conduct a crossover experimental trial examining physiological responses to a socio-evaluative speech task under laboratory conditions. Participants will attend two laboratory sessions. At one session participants will take part in a brief laboratory stress task and at the other participants will rest for the same period. Measures of cardiovascular response will be assessed at both sessions. In addition, blood will be drawn at multiple time points across a 125 minute period to assess changes in circulating levels of cortisol, catecholamines, markers of inflammation and cell free mitochondrial DNA in response to the task. The investigators expect that the stress task will induce a specific increase in ccf-mtDNA, which will statistically mediate subsequent peak circulating Interleukin-6 and Tumor Necrosis Factor-α levels. In secondary analyses, the investigators will examine whether stress-induced increases in circulating cortisol, epinephrine, and norepinephrine levels correlate with increases in ccf-mtDNA. These studies will establish the kinetics and magnitude of psychological stress-induced ccf-mtDNA release, the association with early stress mediators, and whether ccf-mtDNA mediates the inflammatory response to acute stress in humans.
The purpose of this acute randomized control study is to assess the feasibility of a low-to-moderate intensity Yoga intervention (i.e. sun salutations), and examine its effect on cognitive functioning, compared to engaging in aerobic activity or seated rest. Participants will include individuals who are currently experiencing symptoms of psychosocial stress or general anxiety.
Mental disorders are among the most common causes of disability globally. Given the high prevalence of mental disorders (57.0%) in Azores islands (Portugal), local primary health care (PHC) services should encourage the implementation of complementary interventions for prevention of this type of disorders. New approaches, such as mind-body therapies, have been studied and recommended for prevention and treatment of numerous chronic diseases, particularly mental disorders. This study aims to evaluate the feasibility and effectiveness of a 6-months mind-body therapies (yoga, qigong and pilates), in users of Ponta Delgada Health Center (PDHC) with perceived distress, compared to a waiting list control.
The primary aim of this study is to assess the feasibility of an intervention to reduce and break up prolonged sitting time in full-time police staff. The secondary aims of this study are to assess preliminary effects on patterns of sedentary behaviour (number of breaks, number of prolonged sitting bouts, average duration of prolonged sitting bouts, and total prolonged sitting duration), additional measures of sedentary behaviour (total sitting time, standing, and stepping), cardiometabolic risk markers, physiological stress (cortisol levels), physical health (self-report and postural stability), psychological wellbeing and mood, work stress (self-reported), and work performance (job satisfaction and productivity).
This project aims to determine whether neurofeedback augmented mindfulness intervention increases the plasticity in brain areas affected by exposure to early life adversity in youth. The study will first establish the augmented mindfulness training protocol targeting the posterior cingulate cortex (PCC) with real-time fMRI neurofeedback for use with healthy control and ELA-exposed youth. Next, in addition to ongoing data collection with healthy controls, ELA-exposed youth will be randomly assigned to either complete the neurofeedback augmented mindfulness training (AMT) or sham condition protocol. Effect of augmented mindfulness training on state measures of mindfulness, perceived stress, and affect will be examined.
The aim of this study is to measure the effects of three stress reduction methods on patients with stress and stress associated complaints.
The goal of this study is to develop and pilot test a telehealth behavioral weight control intervention for adolescents from a low-income background that combines facets of mindfulness training with behavioral weight control. We aim to examine biological (e.g., weight) and behavioral (e.g., emotional eating, mindfulness) changes as a result of a 12-session mindfulness-based weight control intervention compared to a 12-session standard behavioral weight control intervention.
While efficacy of Sudarshan Kriya Yoga (SKY) has been demonstrated in a number of prior studies, little is known about the effects of SKY taught as part of the Your Enlightened Side (YESplus) workshop designed for college students. Thus, this study aims to assess the effects of YESplus on well-being, including sleep patterns, and physiological stress response.
The present trial will evaluate the feasibility, acceptability and preliminary efficacy of 2 different internet-delivered programs for prenatal maternal stress. The Stress Managment and Resiliency Training Program (SMART-Mom program), an 8-session Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) based mind body program and the Mama Support Program, an 8-session social support group program. Sixty pregnant women (<20 weeks Estimated Gestational Age) will be screened and either enrolled in the online SMART Mom Program or the Mama Support Program. Outcomes, including maternal perceived stress, depression, and anxiety will be assessed at post-treatment, three, and six months post program completion. Potential impact on infant health outcomes will be assessed via post-delivery electronic medical record review.