Mindfulness and Relaxation Therapies

This is a preview of the book Ainslie Meares on Meditation by Owen Bruhn.
The book includes a
- biography of Meares,
- a distilled version of Relief Without Drugs by Ainslie Meares,
- his later refined meditation method,
- his personal and teaching protocols,
- 33 samples of his koan like poetry from all 11 poetry books.
- 200 footnoted references from Meares 34 books and hundreds of articles.

La thèse  est structurée par 14 chapitres : 
Le  chapitre 1 montre l’importance des signes corporels (sensations, perceptions, actions) dans la catégorisation, la signification, la mémoire et le jugement humain. Différentes recherches sont présentées. Elles s’inscrivent dans 2 disciplines : la neurobiologie et la psychologie cognitive. 

Le chapitre 2 traite de la possibilité d’élargir cette perspective en psychopathologie clinique et en psychothérapie. Il esquisse tout d’abord les origines de la psychothérapie corporelle, puis présente un panorama des interventions cliniques dans lesquelles les muscles et les marqueurs physiologiques et hormonaux sont au centre de l’investigation et de la résolution d’une demande clinique de changement ou de reconstruction identitaire.  Des recherches expérimentales illustreront notre propos en montrant comment les signes corporels sont impliqués dans la construction de la souffrance vécue, en relation étroite avec le stress physiologique de situations post-traumatiques.

Le chapitre 3 abordera une catégorie d’interventions cliniques centrées sur la modification de paramètres physiologiques au cours de la relaxation. Il s’agit là d’un domaine de la psychothérapie alimenté par de nombreuses recherches empiriques et ayant ses racines dans l’histoire de l’hypnose. Nous montrerons les caractéristiques d’une technique de relaxation couramment utilisée dans la littérature scientifique, le Training Autogène (Schultz, 1974).   

Le  chapitre 4 proposera un panorama sur les recherches et l’histoire de l’image mentale. La théorie du double codage, fondée sur la compréhension fine de la place de l’image dans la cognition (Paivio, 1971, 1986, 2007), sera présentée. 

Le chapitre 5 présentera les nombreuses recherches expérimentales portant sur la compréhension des injonctions métaphoriques et des injonctions littérales  selon une approche psycholinguistique et/ou neurobiologique.

Le chapitre 6 présentera les observations de type clinique sur la relaxation qui ont motivé notre recherche et la définition contextuelle de littéral et métaphorique qui l’accompagne. Il formulera ensuite des hypothèses spécifiques à tester selon différentes théories neurophysiologiques (Buccino et al., 2005 ; Tettamanti, Buccino, Saccuman, Gallese, Danna, Scifo, et al., 2005 ; Kosslyn et al., 1995, Ruggieri, 1995 ;  voir aussi chapitre 1 et 4) et psycholinguistiques (Giora, 2003, Searl, 1993). Une série d’hypothèses sur le ressenti corporel « mis en mots » sera envisagée.

Le chapitre 7 proposera les mesures physiologiques susceptibles de tester nos hypothèses. 

Le chapitre 8 présentera le dispositif expérimental construit pour évaluer les effets des énoncés (métaphoriques ou littéraux) produits par une voix enregistrée sur différents marqueurs physiologiques. 

Le chapitre 9 explicitera notre méthode de recherche : le choix et les caractéristiques des groupes, le type de recrutement, les types d’échelles et les questionnaires proposés. Enfin, il donnera au lecteur un plan général de la mise en condition des participants et des consignes,  au cours de l’écoute guidée. 

Le chapitre 10 décrira la tendance générale des moyennes des différents marqueurs physiologiques impliqués dans notre investigation. Une série de questions se posent : globalement, y a-t-il un effet spécifique des énoncés sur les marqueurs physiologiques ? Y aura-t-il une différence des moyennes des marqueurs physiologiques pour chaque groupe en fonction des énoncés ? Y aura-t-il un effet d’interaction entre les valeurs répétées des marqueurs physiologiques pour chaque groupe ?  Pourra-t-on dans la suite de notre travail éliminer la « variable groupe » ? Pour répondre à ces questions, nous avons effectué une analyse de la variance avec un plan à mesures répétées (SPSS 15). 

Le chapitre 11 explorera de façon détaillée les effets des énoncés littéraux et métaphoriques sur les marqueurs physiologiques dans l’ordre temporel de leur présentation.

Le chapitre 12 exposera le traitement discursif de l’entretien post-expérimental des participants et définira les caractéristiques d’Alceste, logiciel d’analyse textuelle. 

Les chapitres 13 et 14 seront consacrés à la discussion  des résultats et aux conclusions.

In the past few decades, the meditation technique of mindfulness has been gaining popularity in the West with regard to of promoting psychophysical health and well-being. This originally Buddhist concept has also been investigated and widely applied as a very effective tool in numerous fields, such as psychology, ethics, cognitive neuroscience, psychotherapy, counseling and education. However, despite its strong social relevance, current research into applications of mindfulness
lacks appropriate theoretical models. In the last decade only a few meta-studies on mindfulness research have been carried out, identifying the main methodological problems. As such, comprehensive theoretical presentations of mindfulness are still required, positioning it into its scientific, epistemological, ethical and phenomenological framework. Besides, numerous scholars, who criticize the ways in which the original Asian concept of mindfulness has been (mis)construed, have recently questioned its explosive growth in popularity and the often superficial
methods of transferring mindfulness into Western cultures and societies. They especially point to the dangers of “mystifying mindfulness” by withdrawing it from its traditional frameworks and transforming it into a decontextualized superficial “self-help” method.
In order to increase the knowledge and understanding of these ancient Asian techniques and to improve their application in contemporary society, the present issue of the journal Asian Studies focuses on the concept of mindfulness, its traditional and modern definitions and interpretations, as well as its current use in scientific, psychotherapeutic and philosophical theoretical contexts. The contributions collected in this special issue are thus not only limited to investigations of the philological, epistemological, ethical and phenomenological frameworks of this notion, as represented in classical Buddhist literature. Instead, they also aim to relate these conceptualizations and practices to contemporary scientific, therapeutic and educational contexts.

Although mindfulness has become a mainstream methodology in mental health treatment, it is a relatively new approach with adolescents, and perhaps especially youth with sexual behavior problems. Nevertheless, clinical experience and several empirical studies are available to show the effectiveness of a systematic mindfulness-based methodology for treating adolescents who engage in sexual and physical aggression. In this article, the authors first explore the elements of mindfulness that are inherent in traditional cognitive-btehavioral Therapy (CBT) and then review how mindfulness has been systematically incorporated into several “third wave” cognitive-behavioral therapies – ACT, DBT, MBCT, and MDT – each of which have been applied with adolescents. While it can be argued that mindfulness is a “common” therapeutic factor across approaches, mindfulness can also be considered to be, and applied as, a primary modality to enhance the effectiveness of most therapies with adolescents who engage in problem behaviors, including sexual offending. The key, however, is making modifications to accommodate the unique developmental needs of adolescents. A case example is presented to demonstrate the clinical application of mindfulness with an adolescent victim and perpetrator of sexual abuse.

Abstract — Methoxetamine (MXE), a ketamine analogue, is one of the new “legal highs” sold on the Internet. The aim of this qualitative study was to provide an initial understanding of what character- izes the experiences induced by MXE. Anonymously written reports (33 persons) on the effects of MXE were collected from public Internet forums and analyzed using the Empirical Phenomenological Psychological Method. The analysis generated 10 themes: (1) preparation, motivation and anticipation; (2) initial effects; (3) malfunction of cognitive processes stabilizing normal state; (4) inner personal processes and learning; (5) emotional processes; (6) altered sensory perception; (7) dissolution and transition; (8) spiritual and transcendental experiences; (9) effects and processes after the experience; (10) re-dosing and addiction.
MXE induced a heavily altered state of consciousness. The effects were similar to those induced by classic hallucinogens (such as LSD, psilocybin) and the dissociative ketamine. MXE seemed to have quite a high abuse potential. Beside the positive effects described, negative effects like fear and anxiety were also reported. Acceptance was considered the best coping strategy. Dissolution of iden- tity and body often culminated in spiritual and transcendental experiences. More research is needed on safety issues, how to minimize harm, and the motivation for using legal highs.

Background: There are hundreds of mindfulness-based interventions in the form of structured and unstructured therapies, trainings, and meditation programs, mostly utilized in a clinical rather than a well-being perspective. The number of empirical studies on positive potentials of mindfulness is comparatively less, and their known status in academia is ambiguous. Hence, the current paper aimed to review the studies where mindfulness-based interventions had integrated positive psychology variables, in order to produce positive functioning.

Methods: Data were obtained from the databases of PubMed, Scopus, and PsycNet and manual search in Google Scholar. From the 3831 articles, irrelevant or inaccessible studies were eliminated, reducing the number of final articles chosen for review to 21. Interventions that contribute to enhancement of eudaimonia, hedonia, and other positive variables are discussed.

Results: Findings include the potential positive qualities of MBIs in producing specific positive outcomes within limited circumstances, and ascendancy of hedonia and other positive variables over eudaimonic enhancement.

Conclusion: In conclusion, exigency of modifications in the existing MBIs to bring about exclusively positive outcomes was identified, and observed the necessity of novel interventions for eudaimonic enhancement and elevation of hedonia in a comprehensive manner.

Background There are hundreds of mindfulness-based interventions in the form of structured and unstructured therapies, trainings, and meditation programs, mostly utilized in a clinical rather than a well-being perspective. The number of empirical studies on positive potentials of mindfulness is comparatively less, and their known status in academia is ambiguous. Hence, the current paper aimed to review the studies where mindfulness-based interventions had integrated positive psychology variables, in order to produce positive functioning. Methods Data were obtained from the databases of PubMed, Scopus, and PsycNet and manual search in Google Scholar. From the 3831 articles, irrelevant or inaccessible studies were eliminated, reducing the number of final articles chosen for review to 21. Interventions that contribute to enhancement of eudaimonia, hedonia, and other positive variables are discussed. Results Findings include the potential positive qualities of MBIs in producing specific...

The body is an important aspect of the psychotherapy process, having substantial links with the development of psychological functions. This study aims to describe and categorize the subjective experiences of Dohsa-hou relaxation. Twenty university students participated in this study. Participants received three Dohsa-hou relaxation sessions and were interviewed after each session. Interview data were analysed using content analysis, and the responses were segregated into categories. Reported experiences changed over the three sessions, with some participants reporting subjective changes in their daily lives. Through Dohsa-hou, participants eased their unintended tension and became more aware of their bodily feelings. These findings further contribute to understanding the changes in body awareness and subjective experiences.

"The Mindfulness Toolkit" is filled with a rich variety of 30 mindfulness exercises and activities that are designed to appeal to youth, such as sports, nature, adventure and discovery.  The workbook (which is for counselors, teachers, coaches, and clinicians) emphasizes individual autonomy and competency.  The Toolkit offers multiple pathways for learning mindfulness, which can accommodate the differing learning styles of individual teens and, in particular, can be applied strategically to oppositional and treatment resistant youth.  The core concept is to expose youth to a variety of mindfulness skills so that individuals can choose the coping tools that they find most practical and effective for their own personal "mindfulness toolkit."

This book includes a client workbook titled "The Youth Companion to the Mindfulness Toolkit,": which can be used for a class, team, group, or treatment program.

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Background: There are hundreds of mindfulness-based interventions in the form of structured and unstructured therapies, trainings, and meditation programs, mostly utilized in a clinical rather than a well-being perspective. The number of empirical studies on positive potentials of mindfulness is comparatively less, and their known status in academia is ambiguous. Hence, the current paper aimed to review the studies where mindfulness-based interventions had integrated positive psychology variables, in order to produce positive functioning. Methods: Data were obtained from the databases of PubMed, Scopus, and PsycNet and manual search in Google Scholar. From the 3831 articles, irrelevant or inaccessible studies were eliminated, reducing the number of final articles chosen for review to 21. Interventions that contribute to enhancement of eudaimonia, hedonia, and other positive variables are discussed. Results: Findings include the potential positive qualities of MBIs in producing speci...

Este trabalho possui quatro partes: (1) definições de mindfulness e síntese do programa MBSR; (2) resumo do artigo de Halland, et al. (2015) que investigou a influência do MBSR sobre o uso de estratégias de coping mais ajustadas a situações de stresse; (3) reflexões sobre o referido artigo (em termos metodológicos); (4) reflexões sobre o estilo de vida: a inclusão da mindfulness nas escolas, nas empresas (entre outras organizações) e como potencial fomentadora de um estilo de vida mais saudável, mitigando os efeitos perniciosos do stresse.
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This paper has four parts: (1) mindfulness definitions and synthesis of the MBSR program; (2) summary of an article by Halland, et al. (2015) that investigated the influence of MBSR on the use of coping strategies more adjusted to situations of stress; (3) considerations on the above article (from a methodologically point of view); (4) reflections about lifestyle: the inclusion of mindfulness in schools, companies (among other organizations) and as a potential promoter of a healthier lifestyle by mitigating the pernicious effects of stress.

This study assesses a conceptually based model of the interrelationship of three groups of protective factors (individual, cognitive, environmental) on resilience development in humanitarian workers deployed in the field. A mixed-method approach incorporating a longitudinal survey design and qualitative interviews was used. Eleven scales designed to measure key protective/adverse factors were administered to 56 workers pre- and post-deployment. Scales measured resilience, work stress, coping skills, social support networks, general health, self-efficacy, and dispositional optimism/pessimism. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 15 workers to explore the interrelationship of protective factors. Results indicate use of mental disengagement as a coping technique, age at which participants had left education, and the presence of social support networks significantly predicted changes in resilience over time. Dispositional and environmental protective factors interrelated and positively influenced the way workers perceived and coped with mission stressors. The coping strategy of mental disengagement was found to negatively influence changes in resilience via a direct pathway. The model partially accounted for mechanisms of resilience development suggesting a direct relationship between work environment and individuals’ emotional and psychological well-being. Results provide the basis for recommendations about the role of humanitarian aid organisations for mission preparation and ongoing support.

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This article reviews the existing, peer-reviewed evidence for the use of relaxation and mindfulness in both acute and chronic pain.

There is some evidence that relaxation can reduce pain outcomes in both acute and chronic pain, however there is evidence that these improvements are not maintained over time.

More limited research suggests that mindfulness can lead to improvements in psychological measures and physical functioning and these improvements appear to be maintained at follow-up.

Further research is needed. Both researchers and practitioners need to be clearer on the outcomes that their techniques best facilitate and the processes which are active within them.

The focus of this study was to investigate experiences gained from treatment combining relaxation in flotation tank with psychotherapy for sufferers from “burn-out syndrome”. Six people participated in a ten week program. They were all interviewed; the data were analyzed using the Empirical Phenomenological Psychological method. Five themes emerged: (a) direct experiences during flotation, (b) effects due to the treatment sessions, (c) psychological transformation, (d) reflections about the treatment program, and (e) demanding and rewarding psychological process over time. All participants went through psychological transformations and improvements in quality of life. At the end of the treatment program, all participants were able continue working full time. This combined program seems to be more therapeutically beneficial than flotation tank treatment alone. Key Words: Relaxation, Psychotherapy, Depression, Rehabilitation, Stress, Phenomenology, and Flotation Tank Treatment

In recent years, biofeedback has become increasingly popular for its proven success in peak performance training - the psychophysiological preparation of athletes for high-stakes sport competitions, such as the Olympic games. The aim of this research was to test whether an 8-week period of exposure to biofeedback training could improve the psychophysiological control over competitive anxiety and enhance athletic performance in participating subjects. Participants of this study were highly competent athletes, each training in different sport disciplines. The experimental group consisted of 18 athletes (4 women, 14 men), whereas the Control group had 21 athletes (4 women, 17 men). All athletes were between 16 and 34 years old. The biofeedback device, Nexus 10, was used to detect and measure the psychophysiological responses of athletes. Athletes from both groups (control and experimental) were subjected to stress tests at the beginning of the study and once again at its conclusion. In...

Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) is an eight-week, group-based course that employs mindfulness meditation and other potentially self-reflective activities to help participants reduce stress and improve wellbeing. While acknowledging debts to various traditions of Buddhism and other “Eastern” philosophies and practices, MBSR presents itself as a secular practice and avoids any explicit statements about theories of the self.  However, the teacher’s seat in an MBSR course offers a view of the implicit conceptions of the self with which participants are engaged, often unreflectively, and presses teachers to undertake their own reflections on such conceptions, as well as on their own working theory or theories of the self.  The authors, who are highly trained and experienced MBSR teachers in two very different cultural contexts, in Philadelphia and Seoul, propose to use the privileged view from their teachers’ seats to observe and reflect on the theories of self that are at play in their MBSR classes. Through an exchange of letters describing their own practical experiences and theoretical commitments, the authors compare and contrast the conceptions of self that are at play in their classrooms and the theories underlying their pedagogical approaches. This epistolary dialogue explores in an open-ended fashion the practical utility of views of self from Buddhist traditions, with particular reference to Zen; from Hermans’s “dialogical self,” and from Gergen’s “relational being,” among others, inviting readers to their own reflections and conclusions.