How can cortisol measures inform us on the effects of mindfulness on stress? Discuss the challenges and pitfalls involved in the use of cortisol measures by scientific studies, as well as the evidence implicating these measures in the context of
Mindfulness research shows extensive evidence for its broad benefits as a secular practice to effectively modulate emotional processing. A core theme distinguishing mindfulness from re-appraisal methods such as those applied in CBT, is an underlying approach of acceptance and non-judgement
The effect of mindfulness on the activity of the Default Mode Network supports the role of the Default Mode Network in self-referential processing The Default Mode Network (DMN) generally refers to the pattern of brain activity during periods of non-engagement
Depression is ranked as the leading cause of disability by the World Health Organisation and has a complex aetiology with environmental factors often playing a significant role. These may include adverse life events, inadequate parenting and insufficient social support all
ADHD is a relatively common disorder of children and adolescents with incidence rates of 3-6% amongst children and lowering amongst adults (Linnet et al 2003). ADHD is frequently associated with inattentiveness, hyperactivity and impulsive behaviour and is strongly linked to
Early adversity in the form of neglect, physical, sexual and emotional abuse, low socio-economic environmental factors and adverse life events have all been proven to contribute to long term health and developmental problems in children. The severity of negative psychological
Discuss and critically evaluate the neuroscience evidence underpinning emotional development. Emotional development is crucial for the ability of an individual to interact socially and maintain good relationships which can contribute to a good state of mental health and wellbeing. According
The risk of Cannabis use on mental health is of particular concern due to its growing availability and widely accepted safety profile following recent and pending relaxation in laws governing its possession and distribution in many countries. In England, it
Psychosis as a continuum is based on the fact that the incidence of individuals displaying symptoms of psychosis is significantly higher in the general population than the numbers diagnosed with psychotic disorder. Thus, a proportion of the population experiencing psychotic
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is a psychological methodology applicable to psychosis treatment, which was developed from a foundation combining the basic tenets of behavioural and cognitive psychology. The philosophy behind the approach in this context is that the problems arise