Single-case report: dynamic changes in cardiac function during shamanic journeying and Qigong meditation.

INTRODUCTION: Previous studies have demonstrated acute changes in brain activity that occur during shamanic journeying-an ancient spiritual practice used for physical, psychological, and spiritual hea…

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Huels, E. R., Carter, L., Xu, G., Borjigin, J., & Harris, R. E. (2025). Single-case report: dynamic changes in cardiac function during shamanic journeying and Qigong meditation.. Front Psychol, 16, 1608442. https://doi.org/10.3389/fpsyg.2025.1608442

Organelle genomes reveal adaptive evolution and phylogenetic position of the endangered .

INTRODUCTION: Species of section are predominantly distributed in alpine environments above 2,000 meters and represent an important group for studying environmental adaptation and phylogenetic evolu…

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Li, W., Wang, L., Zuo, Y., Zhang, H., Zhang, X., Yang, L., Zhang, J., Zheng, F., & Deng, H. (2025). Organelle genomes reveal adaptive evolution and phylogenetic position of the endangered .. Front Plant Sci, 16, 1653128. https://doi.org/10.3389/fpls.2025.1653128

"Am I a priest in the armed forces, or a soldier who is a priest?" Identity work among military chaplains in the Swedish armed forces.

Military chaplains (MCs) in Sweden embody a hybrid professional identity at the intersection of ecclesiastical and military institutions. Ordained Lutheran priests serve within the Swedish Armed Force…

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Grimell, J. (2025). "Am I a priest in the armed forces, or a soldier who is a priest?" Identity work among military chaplains in the Swedish armed forces.. Front Sociol, 10, 1645776. https://doi.org/10.3389/fsoc.2025.1645776

Phylogenetic analysis suggests early divergence followed by convergent morphological evolution in the sections and (Caryophyllaceae).

The genus presents significant taxonomic challenges, particularly for groups such as S. sect. Odontopetalae and the monotypic S. sect. Sordidae. This study investigates the evolutionary relationship …

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Toprak, Z. (2025). Phylogenetic analysis suggests early divergence followed by convergent morphological evolution in the sections and (Caryophyllaceae).. PhytoKeys, 265, 123-145. https://doi.org/10.3897/phytokeys.265.165998

A brief history of placebo.

History of medicine is the history of placebo. Over the course of several centuries, treatments with a physical and spiritual approach were the rule. Clinical trials have become the gold standard to t…

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Benedetti, F., & Shaibani, A. (2025). A brief history of placebo.. Handb Clin Neurol, 213, 3-15. https://doi.org/10.1016/B978-0-443-29884-4.00009-1

Predictive gene expression signatures for Alzheimer's disease using post-mortem brain tissue.

BACKGROUND: Alzheimer's Disease (AD) is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder characterized by amyloid-beta (Aβ) plaques and tau protein aggregates in the brain. These pathological features manifes…

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Duche, A. H., Tan, O., Baskys, A., Sumbria, R. K., & Roosan, M. R. (2025). Predictive gene expression signatures for Alzheimer's disease using post-mortem brain tissue.. Front Aging Neurosci, 17, 1591946. https://doi.org/10.3389/fnagi.2025.1591946

Neuro-respiratory Synchronization: Connecting Brainwaves and Breath for Cognitive Harmony - Narrative Review.

The scientific community is actively exploring the effects of breath-related practices on the emotional, physiological, and cognitive functioning of human beings. It is no longer the singular realm of…

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Sinha, S., Mittal, S., & Baro, G. (2025). Neuro-respiratory Synchronization: Connecting Brainwaves and Breath for Cognitive Harmony - Narrative Review.. Int J Yoga, 18(2), 115-123. https://doi.org/10.4103/ijoy.ijoy_238_24

Regulating community well-being through traditional mourning rituals: Insights from the Luhya People of Kenya.

BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: Rituals have been reported to serve as a vital mechanism for expressing grief and fostering communal support worldwide. Despite these benefits, use of rituals in Indigenous …

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Asatsa, S., Lew-Levy, S., Ngaari, M. b. u. g. u. a. . S., Ntaragwe, M., Shanyisa, W., Gichimu, E., Nambiri, J., & Omuchesi, J. (2025). Regulating community well-being through traditional mourning rituals: Insights from the Luhya People of Kenya.. Evol Med Public Health, 13(1), 140-150. https://doi.org/10.1093/emph/eoaf012

Intersections of Psychedelics, Mystical Experiences, and Hypnosis.

The potential therapeutic benefits of psychedelic, mystical experiences, and peak spiritual experiences are of increasing interest among clinicians, researchers, and the public. Several studies have p…

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Elkins, G. (2025). Intersections of Psychedelics, Mystical Experiences, and Hypnosis.. Int J Clin Exp Hypn, 73(4), 391-397. https://doi.org/10.1080/00207144.2025.2554387

Hypnosis, Psychedelics, and Creativity: An Overview and Analysis.

Alterations in consciousness have long been used to enhance creativity. Here, we focus on the ways in which hypnosis and psychedelics alter consciousness to enhance creativity, drawing on both researc…

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Attig, S., & Krippner, S. (2025). Hypnosis, Psychedelics, and Creativity: An Overview and Analysis.. Int J Clin Exp Hypn, 73(4), 485-508. https://doi.org/10.1080/00207144.2025.2555431

Polish Nursing and Midwifery Master's Students' Perceptions of Ethical and Legal Dilemmas Related to Brain Death.

OBJECTIVES: This study analyzes the perceptions of master's nursing and midwifery students regarding ethical and legal dilemmas related to the declaration of brain death.METHODS: An anonymized, self-a…

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Czekajewska, J., Walkowiak, D., Jelińska, A., & Domaradzki, J. (2025). Polish Nursing and Midwifery Master's Students' Perceptions of Ethical and Legal Dilemmas Related to Brain Death.. Int J Public Health, 70, 1608625. https://doi.org/10.3389/ijph.2025.1608625

Experiences of Home Care Team Members and Family Caregivers in Addressing the Care Needs of Patients with Severe Traumatic Brain Injury During the Post-discharge Period.

BACKGROUND: Providing care for unconscious patients with severe brain injuries at home can be challenging. One of the main difficulties is identifying and addressing their specific care needs. Therefo…

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Mohamadirizi, S., Irajpour, A., Mahaabadi, A., Aminmansour, B., & Alimohammadi, N. (2025). Experiences of Home Care Team Members and Family Caregivers in Addressing the Care Needs of Patients with Severe Traumatic Brain Injury During the Post-discharge Period.. Iran J Nurs Midwifery Res, 30(6), 865-871. https://doi.org/10.4103/ijnmr.ijnmr_261_24