Peace of mind: The impact of metal gestures on stress and power

2019 ◽  
Vol 5 (2) ◽  
pp. 137-150 ◽  
Author(s):  
Susanne A. Eischeid ◽  
Julia Kneer ◽  
Birte Englich
Keyword(s):  
Stress Reduction ◽  
Classical Music ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Peace Of Mind ◽  
Metal Music ◽  
Metal Research ◽  
Physical Effects ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Research Show

Findings on metal research show an action-oriented, socially competent and less stressed community, opposing the assumption that metal reduces well-being and induces depression. Our study aimed to investigate the stress-reducing effects of metal for its fans and if this is influencing power experience. The idea is based on findings that indicate positive psychological and physical effects of music in general as well as the stress-reducing effects found for open, expansive gestures (e.g. ‘Metal gestures’). After stress was raised, participants listened either to metal or to classical music. While music was played, movements of half of the participants were blocked, thus, metal gestures were not possible. Metal music led to stress reduction of such blocked movements while classical music was found only to reduce stress when movements were not blocked. Stress reduction predicted the experience of power, but metal music and movements did not.

Mindfulness-based stress reduction for people with chronic diseases

2010 ◽  
Vol 16 (3) ◽  
pp. 200 ◽  
Author(s):  
Monika Merkes
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Chronic Diseases ◽  
Stress Reduction ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Multiple Chemical Sensitivity ◽  
Self Report ◽  
Original Research ◽  
Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction ◽  
The Impact

Mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) is a structured group program that uses mindfulness meditation to improve well-being and alleviate suffering. This article reviews the impact of MBSR for people with chronic diseases. The review includes original research that was published in English and peer-reviewed and reported outcomes for adults with chronic diseases who had participated in an MBSR program. Fifteen studies were identified. Outcomes related to mental and physical health, well-being, and quality of life. The studies included different research designs, and used self-report and physiological outcome measures. Participants’ clinical diagnoses included fibromyalgia, chronic pain, rheumatoid arthritis, type 2 diabetes, chronic fatigue syndrome, multiple chemical sensitivity, and cardiovascular diagnoses. All 15 studies found that participation in an MBSR program resulted in improvements. No negative change was reported between baseline and follow up. Outcomes in regard to specific variables were difficult to compare and equivocal. Overall, positive change predominated. Chronic diseases are associated with a range of unwelcome psychological and physical consequences. Participation in an MBSR program is likely to result in coping better with symptoms, improved overall well-being and quality of life, and enhanced health outcomes. As an adjunct to standard care, MBSR has potential for much wider application in Australian primary care settings.

scholarly journals Household Financial Situation during the COVID-19 Pandemic with Particular Emphasis on Savings—An Evidence from Poland Compared to Other CEE States

Risks ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (9) ◽  
pp. 166
Author(s):  
Grażyna Szustak ◽  
Witold Gradoń ◽  
Łukasz Szewczyk
Keyword(s):  
Well Being ◽  
Regression Method ◽  
Linear Regression Method ◽  
Household Savings ◽  
Main Aspect ◽  
Financial Decisions ◽  
Econometric Methods ◽  
Multiple Linear Regression Method ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Research Show

The aim of this article is to analyze and assess the impact of the pandemic on the finances of households in Poland, compared to other CEE countries (including Czech Republic, Slovakia and Hungary), with particular emphasis on changes in the level of their savings, which are considered to be the foundation for the development of the indicated research group. There is no doubt that the pandemic had an impact on the situation of households, which is mainly visible in the labor market (rising unemployment), and thus the question arises to what extent have the households’ approaches to financial decisions changed because of this situation? The propensity to save was taken into account as a main aspect of this problem, because it has, among others, a big impact on the financial well-being (in a broader sense). Using the multiple linear regression method, the factors that influence the level of household savings were determined. The results of the research show that these factors are different in the analyzed countries and have a different impact on the level of the explained variable, which is the gross saving rate. The research should also be treated as a preliminary one. It constitutes a contribution to in-depth research with the use of more sophisticated statistical and econometric methods, which will allow for the better assessment of the examined issue.

scholarly journals A psychophysical measurement on subjective well-being and air pollution

2019 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Yuan Li ◽  
Dabo Guan ◽  
Yanni Yu ◽  
Stephen Westland ◽  
Daoping Wang ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Air Pollution ◽  
Air Quality ◽  
Quality Index ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Air Quality Index ◽  
Subjective Well Being ◽  
Atmospheric Conditions ◽  
Survey Techniques ◽  
Physical Effects ◽  
The Impact

AbstractAlthough the physical effects of air pollution on humans are well documented, there may be even greater impacts on the emotional state and health. Surveys have traditionally been used to explore the impact of air pollution on people’s subjective well-being (SWB). However, the survey techniques usually take long periods to properly match the air pollution characteristics from monitoring stations to each respondent’s SWB at both disaggregated spatial and temporal levels. Here, we used air pollution data to simulate fixed-scene images and psychophysical process to examine the impact from only air pollution on SWB. Findings suggest that under the atmospheric conditions in Beijing, negative emotions occur when PM2.5 (particulate matter with a diameter less than 2.5 µm) increases to approximately 150 AQI (air quality index). The British observers have a stronger negative response under severe air pollution compared with Chinese observers. People from different social groups appear to have different sensitivities to SWB when air quality index exceeds approximately 200 AQI.

scholarly journals Impact of Islam-Based Caring Intervention on Spiritual Well-Being in Muslim Women with Breast Cancer Undergoing Chemotherapy

Religions ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 11 (7) ◽  
pp. 361
Author(s):  
Maria Komariah ◽  
Urai Hatthakit ◽  
Nongnut Boonyoung
Keyword(s):  
Breast Cancer ◽  
Muslim Women ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Religion And Spirituality ◽  
Peace Of Mind ◽  
Chronic Illness Therapy ◽  
Spiritual Well Being ◽  
And Control ◽  
The Impact

This research emphasizes the nurse’s role in incorporating Islamic teaching through the care practices provided in order to promote spiritual well-being in Muslim women with breast cancer undergoing chemotherapy. In addition, religion and spirituality have been recognized as the primary resources for coping. The aim of the study, therefore, was to explore the impact of an Islam-based caring intervention on the spiritual well-being of Muslim women with cancer. Furthermore, data were collected using a questionnaire and, also, the Functional Assessment of Chronic Illness Therapy-Spiritual well-being (FACIT-Sp) on baseline (Time 1), days 3 (Time 2), 23 (Time 3), and 44 (Time 4). The results showed the significant impact of an Islam-based caring intervention on the participants’ level of spiritual well-being. In addition, the mean scores varied between the intervention and control group over time. Based on the reflection, participants stipulated feeling peace of mind, closer to God, spirit for further life, and healthier.

scholarly journals Impact of mindfulness-based stress reduction for people with multiple sclerosis at 8 weeks and 12 months: A randomized clinical trial

2018 ◽  
Vol 25 (8) ◽  
pp. 1178-1188 ◽  
Author(s):  
Angela Senders ◽  
Douglas Hanes ◽  
Dennis Bourdette ◽  
Kimberly Carson ◽  
Lynn M Marshall ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Multiple Sclerosis ◽  
Stress Reduction ◽  
Emotional Health ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Mindfulness Training ◽  
Secondary Outcome ◽  
Secondary Outcomes ◽  
Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction ◽  
Serial Addition ◽  
The Impact

Background: Mindfulness training is often used as a therapeutic intervention to manage stress and enhance emotional well-being, yet trials for multiple sclerosis (MS) are limited and few have used an active control. Objective: Assess the feasibility of mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) for people with MS and evaluate the efficacy of MBSR compared to an education control. Methods: We conducted a single-blind, randomized trial of MBSR versus education control among 62 adults with MS. Primary outcomes were measures of feasibility. Secondary outcomes included perceived stress, anxiety, depression, fatigue, pain, resilience, and the Paced Auditory Serial Addition Test, assessed at baseline, 8 weeks, and 12 months. Mean scores for secondary outcome measures were compared between groups at each time point and within groups across time by analyses of covariance or paired t-tests, respectively. Results: Successful recruitment and retention demonstrated feasibility. Improvements in several secondary outcomes were observed among both MBSR and control groups. However, differences between the groups were not statistically significant at either 8 weeks or 12 months. Conclusion: Emotional well-being improved with both MBSR and education. Spontaneous improvement cannot be ruled out as an explanation for findings and additional studies that evaluate the impact of mindfulness training to improve emotional health are warranted.

scholarly journals The Impact of Virtual Nature Therapy on Stress Responses: A Systematic Qualitative Review

Forests ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 12 (12) ◽  
pp. 1776
Author(s):  
Sharifah Shuthairah Syed Abdullah ◽  
Dayang Rohaya Awang Rambli ◽  
Suziah Sulaiman ◽  
Emad Alyan ◽  
Frederic Merienne ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Stress Reduction ◽  
Stress Responses ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Cochrane Library ◽  
Original Research ◽  
Natural Environments ◽  
Stress Levels ◽  
Stress Therapy ◽  
Meta Analyses ◽  
The Impact

This study aims to review the key findings of past studies that assessed the impact of virtual environments, such as nature and forests for stress therapy. Previous research has found that virtual reality (VR) experiences affect socio-affective behavior, indicating the potential of using VR for cognitive and psychological stress therapy. However, evidence for the impacts of virtual forest therapy as a stress-reduction technique is lacking, and the usefulness of these techniques has yet to be determined. This review was carried out following the preferred reporting items for meta-analyses and systematic reviews. It summarized the literature and provided evidence on virtual forest therapy (VFT) effectiveness in stress relief. We conducted a literature search considering VR-related studies published from 2013 until June 2021 for different databases, including Embase, Medline/PubMed, Hindawi, ScienceDirect, Scopus, Web of Science, Taylor & Francis, and the Cochrane Library, to see how effective VFT reduces stress levels and improves mental well-being. According to the set inclusion criteria, eighteen relevant papers detailing original research were eligible for inclusion. This overview suggests that VR provides benefits for assessing and reducing stress levels. While real natural environments effectively promote recovery from stress, virtual exposure to nature also positively affects stress. Thus, VR could be an effective technique for promoting relaxation, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic, where stress levels rise globally. However, more in-depth studies are required to substantiate this potential field of VR relaxation.

scholarly journals Traumatic Skepticism of COVID 19

2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
pp. 84-88
Author(s):  
Nidhi Sharma
Keyword(s):  
New World ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Psychosocial Impact ◽  
Psychological Aspects ◽  
Peace Of Mind ◽  
The World ◽  
The Masses ◽  
Mass Hysteria ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Mental Well Being

The impact of the Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) is not just limited to fatalities around the world in the present times. The psychosocial impact is catastrophic and will last much longer than ever anticipated. The stigma attached to the fear of an isolated and lonely death, the trauma of not being close to your loved ones, the societal economic derailment, the loss of campus experiences by freshmen at any level across the globe, and above all the mass hysteria of staying caged behind closed doors until all is well demands the restructuring of both the physical and psychological aspects of the society. Even the stress and pressure on the medics and scientists across the globe is immense. The lurking fear of uncertainty, the pain of losing jobs, livelihood, businesses, and homes along with exposure to contradicting information has taken its toll on people’s peace of mind. The masses are struggling to adapt to the new world in the hope that everything will go back to the usual ‘normal’ soon. Only long-lasting and effective measures for physical and mental well-being, astute direction, and the planned steps can help heal the trauma of skeptical life ahead.

The influence of mindfulness-based stress reduction and walking on the psychological well-being of female informal caregivers: A pilot study

2010 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 15-25 ◽  
Author(s):  
Marieke Van Puymbroeck, PhD, CTRS ◽  
Pei-Chun Hsieh, MS
Keyword(s):  
Stress Reduction ◽  
Therapeutic Intervention ◽  
Informal Caregivers ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Subjective Burden ◽  
Negative Effects ◽  
Psychological Well Being ◽  
Unpaid Care ◽  
Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction ◽  
The Impact

Informal caregivers, who provide unpaid care for family or friends, often experience numerous threats to their psychological well-being as a result of providing care. This study compared a traditional physical activity (mall walking, MW) to an alternative therapeutic intervention (mindfulness-based stress reduction, MBSR) to examine the impact on the psychological well-being of informal caregivers. While both groups experienced a decrease in psychological well-being, caregivers in the MBSR group experienced fewer exacerbations in depressive symptoms and subjective burden when compared with caregivers in the MW group. It is possible that mindfulness techniques may provide some protection against the exacerbation of negative effects on caregivers’ psychological wellbeing. The use of MBSR as a therapeutic intervention in therapeutic recreation practice may be warranted, but requires further study.

Supporting the mental well-being of healthcare professionals during a pandemic.

2021 ◽  
Vol 39 (15_suppl) ◽  
pp. 11037-11037
Author(s):  
Ana Maria Lopez ◽  
Lisa Capparella ◽  
Miriam Pomerantz ◽  
Kristine Naputo ◽  
Amy Leader ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Dialectical Behavior Therapy ◽  
Stress Reduction ◽  
Healthcare Professionals ◽  
Behavioral Therapy ◽  
Healthcare Providers ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Cancer Center ◽  
Average Score ◽  
Health Crisis ◽  
The Impact

11037 Background: Burnout amongst healthcare professionals has been well-documented as a phenomenon that compromises the quality and viability of patient-centered care, particularly in oncology. Due to the extraordinary demands of the pandemic, burnout has emerged as a public health crisis that warrants immediate attention to preserve the wellbeing of healthcare staff. At the onset of the pandemic, The Sidney Kimmel Cancer Center (SKCC) at Jefferson, an urban NCI-designated cancer center, translated its support offerings to virtual events. Initially, healthcare providers (HP) sought support by attending patient programs. In response, SKCC initiated virtual programming to support the well-being and needs of the HP team. Methods: Within weeks of the state shutdown due to the pandemic, programs were initiated to address HP self-reported distress: Coping Effectively and Mindfulness Moments Each 30-minute session was facilitated by a licensed psychologist and social worker. Coping Effectively offers strategies from evidence based treatment including Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, to cope with distress and burnout. Mindful Moments draws from Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction practices including observing breath and guided meditations. These programs have been offered consistently throughout the pandemic. Schwartz Rounds, geared towards supporting the human side of healthcare, provided “hot” topic moderated discussions, four of which focused on the pandemic These discussions allow for HP to come together to discuss difficult topics and emotions impacting a variety of professionals. All programming was evaluated with a single question to measure the impact of the session on reducing distress. Each program began and ended with a poll asking, “How distressed do you currently feel?” Attendees respond on a Likert scale from 0 to 10, in which10 indicated the highest level of distress. Results: Since March 31st, 340 staff have attended Mindful Moments and 236 staff have attended Coping Effectively. From March 2020-February 2021, 382 attendees measured their distress before and after attending a staff program. Schwartz Rounds hosted 471 HP from a variety of disciplines. Participants were asked to complete an evaluation following rounds. 31% of program participants’ completed an evaluation form and 89% rated the program exceptional/very good. Conclusions: Despite the challenges of COVID-19, the pivot to virtually create programs to support staff during the pandemic was swift and thoughtful. The increased attendance and the feedback from evaluations are promising indicators of decreasing burnout amongst HP. How Distressed do you Currently Feel? (Average Score scale 1-10)[Table: see text]

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