Review
Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Xi-yang Wang, Hao Wang, Yuan-yuan Guan, Rong-lin Cai, Guo-ming Shen
Summary: This meta-analysis showed that acupuncture treatments (AT) had significant improvements in symptom severity for functional gastrointestinal disorders (FGIDs) compared to pharmacotherapy, placebo acupuncture, no specific treatment, and AT as an adjuvant intervention. Sub-group analysis also supported these findings for functional dyspepsia, irritable bowel syndrome, and functional constipation. Additionally, the incidence of adverse events was lower in AT compared to other treatments.
JOURNAL OF GASTROENTEROLOGY AND HEPATOLOGY
(2021)
Review
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Monique Williams, Cynthia Honan, Sarah Skromanis, Ben Sanderson, Allison J. Matthews
Summary: This systematic review examined the effects of mindfulness training on anxiety and attention among adults with high levels of generalized anxiety. The review also explored the predictors, mediators, and moderators of post-intervention changes in anxiety and attention. A meta-analysis of eight articles found that mindfulness training had a significant impact on reducing anxiety symptoms compared to inactive or non-specified controls. However, no significant effects were found compared to active controls. The review also identified that changes in trait mindfulness mediated anxiety reduction following mindfulness training. However, the limited number of studies and the presence of bias and low certainty of evidence highlight the need for further research. Overall, the findings support the use of mindfulness training for generalized anxiety disorder and provide insights into the underlying mechanisms.
CURRENT PSYCHOLOGY
(2023)
Review
Medicine, General & Internal
Dan-Feng Tang, Li-Qiong Mo, Xin-Chu Zhou, Jun-Hong Shu, Lei Wu, Dong Wang, Fei Dai
Summary: Adolescents' vulnerability to emotional disorders has become a major concern, and studies have shown that mindfulness-based interventions can have a positive impact on their emotional and psychological well-being. This study aims to systematically analyze the effects of mindfulness-based interventions on adolescents' emotional disorders and provide a reasonable intervention program. By reviewing randomized controlled trials from various databases, the study hopes to offer valuable insights for improving adolescents' emotional health.
Review
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Zhengyu Hu, Yurong Wen, Yafei Wang, Yangyang Lin, Jian Shi, Zihan Yu, Youtian Lin, Yuling Wang
Summary: This study investigated the therapeutic effects of mindfulness-based interventions (MBIs) on empathy in healthy populations and the factors influencing treatment outcomes. The results showed that MBIs significantly improved empathy in healthy individuals compared to the control group. Factors such as intervention dose, format, and types were found to be important in determining the effectiveness of the interventions. This comprehensive review suggests that MBIs are effective in improving empathy in healthy populations, and further research is needed to explore the long-term effects and underlying mechanisms of MBIs.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHOLOGY
(2022)
Review
Psychiatry
Xiaoyu Liu, Pengcheng Yi, Lijun Ma, Wen Liu, Wenrui Deng, Xinxin Yang, Meng Liang, Jingyi Luo, Ni Li, Xiaoming Li
Summary: Mindfulness-based interventions (MBIs) show effectiveness in alleviating symptoms of social anxiety disorder (SAD) and improving mental health and quality of life in patients. Further research is needed to conduct large randomized controlled trials of MBIs in SAD patients.
PSYCHIATRY RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Haojie Li, Zhihao Du, Shunze Shen, Wenya Du, Junhao Kang, Deming Gong
Summary: This study compared the effects of six mind-body exercise therapies on improving negative psychological symptoms in college students, and found that Tai Chi, yoga, Yi Jin Jing, Five Animal Play, and Qigong Meditation improved depressive symptoms, while Tai Chi, yoga, and Yi Jin Jing improved anxiety symptoms in college students. It shows that these six mind-body exercise therapies are effective in improving anxiety and depression in college students.
Review
Psychiatry
Dominique Grohmann, Keith R. Laws
Summary: The study found that mindfulness-based interventions are effective in reducing binge eating severity, but the effects may not be maintained over time. Future research should focus on assessing the effectiveness of MBIs on different populations, including men and those from ethnic minority backgrounds.
JOURNAL OF PSYCHOSOMATIC RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Veterinary Sciences
Fuencisla Caceres, Joan Valles, Teresa Garnatje, Montse Parada, Airy Gras
Summary: This study investigates the ethnoveterinary knowledge in the Catalan linguistic area, focusing on plants used to treat gastrointestinal, metabolic, and nutritional disorders in animals. The data collected from 599 informants reveal a wide variety of plant species and their uses in veterinary care. This research not only contributes to the preservation of ethnoveterinary knowledge but also provides insights for the development of new plant-based drugs for animals.
FRONTIERS IN VETERINARY SCIENCE
(2022)
Review
Clinical Neurology
Francesco Oliva, Francesca Malandrone, Giulia di Girolamo, Santina Mirabella, Nicoletta Colombi, Sara Carletto, Luca Ostacoli
Summary: The study found that mindfulness-based interventions (MBIs) are more effective in improving ADHD symptoms and other outcomes compared to waiting lists in both adults and children. Although publication bias was detected in some adult studies, the overall impact of MBIs is positive.
JOURNAL OF AFFECTIVE DISORDERS
(2021)
Review
Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Liyanran Yan, Xueli Zhang, Yan Li, Chengjiang Liu, Hua Yang, Chunchun Yang
Summary: To systematically reevaluate the role of psychological factors in functional gastrointestinal disorders (FGIDs) and provide a scientific basis for psychological treatment. Meta-analysis showed that anxiety, depression, mental disorders, somatization, and sleep disorders are risk factors for FGIDs. Interventions such as anti-anxiety drugs, antidepressants, and behavioral therapy are clinically significant in reducing FGIDs risk and improving prognosis.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF COLORECTAL DISEASE
(2023)
Review
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Qian Liu, Zongming Shi, Tao Zhang, Tianyuan Jiang, Xiaoying Luo, Xiaolan Su, Yang Yang, Wei Wei
Summary: The meta-analysis showed that Xiao-Yao-San could improve the effective rate of functional gastrointestinal disorders, reduce symptom scores, anxiety and depression scores, and lower recurrence rates. Xiao-Yao-San was found to be safe in most cases, without any serious adverse events.
FRONTIERS IN PHARMACOLOGY
(2022)
Review
Psychology, Clinical
Maja Johannsen, Eva Rames Nissen, Marie Lundorff, Mia Skytte O'Toole
Summary: Acceptance and mindfulness-based therapies have been proven effective in treating anxiety and depression, potentially through increasing mindful attention, decentering, and acceptance. This study synthesized the indirect effects of three putative mediators (mindful attention, decentering, acceptance) on anxiety and depression.
CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGY REVIEW
(2022)
Article
Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Ruben A. T. Mars, Mary Frith, Purna C. Kashyap
Summary: Human studies have shown links between the intestinal microbiome and functional gastrointestinal disorders (FGIDs), but there is often a gap between human and animal research, hindering the translation of microbiome findings to clinical practice. Changes in microbial function reflected in the fecal metabolome may be more precise indicators of disease subtype-specific mechanisms. Further longitudinal studies in both humans and animals are needed to effectively determine microbial functions that can address specific pathophysiological processes in FGIDs.
Article
Psychiatry
Frederic Maas Genannt Bermpohl, Lea Huelsmann, Alexandra Martin
Summary: This meta-analysis examines the efficacy of third wave psychotherapies (MBCT, MBSR, and ACT) in treating bodily distress. The results show that these therapies are effective in reducing somatic symptom severity, depression and anxiety levels, health anxiety, psychological inflexibility, and improving pain acceptance. Further research is needed to determine which patient groups can benefit from these psychological approaches.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHIATRY
(2023)
Article
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Taona Patricia Haderlein
Summary: Technology-based interventions have been found to effectively reduce maladaptive eating behaviors and associated risk factors, making them a promising strategy for the treatment of threshold eating disorders.
CURRENT PSYCHOLOGY
(2022)
Review
Oncology
Monique Aucoin, Kieran Cooley, Christopher Knee, Heidi Fritz, Lynda G. Balneaves, Rodney Breau, Dean Fergusson, Becky Skidmore, Raimond Wong, Dugald Seely
INTEGRATIVE CANCER THERAPIES
(2017)
Article
Integrative & Complementary Medicine
Monique Aucoin, Kieran Cooley, Leena Anand, Melissa Furtado, Alex Canzonieri, Alexa Fine, Kathryn Fotinos, Ranjith Chandrasena, Larry J. Klassen, Irvin Epstein, Wende Wood, Martin A. Katzman
COMPLEMENTARY THERAPIES IN MEDICINE
(2018)
Article
Integrative & Complementary Medicine
Joshua Z. Goldenberg, Lesley Ward, Andrew Day, Kieran Cooley
JOURNAL OF ALTERNATIVE AND COMPLEMENTARY MEDICINE
(2019)
Article
Integrative & Complementary Medicine
Monique Aucoin, Kieran Cooley, Christopher Knee, Teresa Tsui, Diane Grondin
JOURNAL OF ALTERNATIVE AND COMPLEMENTARY MEDICINE
(2019)
Review
Neurosciences
Monique Aucoin, Laura LaChance, Kieran Cooley, Sean Kidd
NEUROPSYCHOBIOLOGY
(2020)
Editorial Material
Integrative & Complementary Medicine
Janet Schloss, Erica McIntyre, Amie Steel, Ryan Bradley, Joanna Harnett, Rebecca Reid, Jason Hawrelak, Joshua Goldenberg, Claudine Van de Venter, Kieran Cooley
JOURNAL OF ALTERNATIVE AND COMPLEMENTARY MEDICINE
(2019)
Editorial Material
Medicine, General & Internal
Ryan Bradley, Joanna Harnett, Kieran Cooley, Erica McIntyre, Joshua Goldenberg, Jon Adams
MEDICINA-LITHUANIA
(2019)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Giulio DiDiodato, Samah Hassan, Kieran Cooley
Summary: The study aimed to determine the acceptability of medical cannabis research in critically ill patients using a Q-methodology survey. Three factors emerged from the analysis, which adequately described the relative ranking of statements by the majority of respondents. The majority of participants supported medical cannabis research in critically ill patients, with different levels of cautiousness indicated in the viewpoints.
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Monique Aucoin, Laura LaChance, Umadevi Naidoo, Daniella Remy, Tanisha Shekdar, Negin Sayar, Valentina Cardozo, Tara Rawana, Irina Chan, Kieran Cooley
Summary: Studies have shown associations between dietary factors and anxiety symptoms or disorder prevalence, such as a decrease in anxiety with more fruits and vegetables, omega-3 fatty acids, and healthy dietary patterns, and an increase in anxiety with high-fat diet and high intake of sugar. Results are limited by a high percentage of animal and observational studies.
Article
Integrative & Complementary Medicine
Monique Aucoin, Genevieve Newton, Matthew Leach, Kieran Cooley
Summary: The objective of this study was to design a tailored continuing education (CE) course for Canadian naturopathic doctors (NDs) to improve their evidence-based practice (EBP) skills. Focus groups were used to solicit the needs and preferences of NDs regarding an EBP course. The findings revealed a high understanding and interest in EBP among participants, and provided actionable recommendations for course development.
JOURNAL OF INTEGRATIVE AND COMPLEMENTARY MEDICINE
(2023)
Review
Oncology
Elise Cogo, Mohamed Elsayed, Sukriti Bhardwaj, Kieran Cooley, Christilynn Aycho, Vivian Liang, Peter Papadogianis, Athanasios Psihogios, Dugald Seely
Summary: This study aimed to evaluate the safety and efficacy of mistletoe extract during the oncological perioperative period. The results showed no significant difference in mortality and recurrence between mistletoe extract and no added therapy. However, two studies reported improvements in immune cells and quality of life with mistletoe extract. Although there were reports of adverse events and toxicities, no safety signals were detected overall.
Article
Integrative & Complementary Medicine
Matthew J. Leach, Monique Aucoin, Kieran Cooley
Summary: This study investigated the attitudes, preparedness, and engagement of Canadian naturopathic doctors (NDs) in evidence-based practice (EBP) and identified barriers and enablers to EBP uptake. The findings revealed that most participants had positive attitudes towards EBP and reported medium-high to high skill levels in EBP-related activities. Lack of clinical evidence in naturopathy and lack of time were identified as notable barriers, while access to the internet and online databases were considered useful enablers for EBP engagement.
JOURNAL OF INTEGRATIVE AND COMPLEMENTARY MEDICINE
(2022)
Review
Oncology
Elise Cogo, Mohamed Elsayed, Vivian Liang, Kieran Cooley, Christilynn Guerin, Athanasios Psihogios, Peter Papadogianis
Summary: This study systematically evaluated the safety and efficacy of probiotics in oncological surgery, finding that most formulations were beneficial in preventing infections, but some may have potential harms. The results emphasize that probiotics are not homogeneous microorganisms. Further high-quality research is warranted to validate the promising probiotics identified in this study.
Review
Oncology
Elise Cogo, Mohamed Elsayed, Vivian Liang, Kieran Cooley, Christilynn Guerin, Athanasios Psihogios, Peter Papadogianis
Summary: The use of branched-chain amino acids in cancer patients undergoing surgery showed promising results in reducing post-operative infections and ascites, as well as benefiting body weight and hospitalization length. No significant differences were found in mortality, recurrence, and other post-operative complications between the BCAAs group and the control group.
INTEGRATIVE CANCER THERAPIES
(2021)
Article
Integrative & Complementary Medicine
Joshua Z. Goldenberg, Amie Steel, Andrew Day, Christina Yap, Ryan Bradley, Kieran Cooley
INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE RESEARCH
(2018)