Stress Vulnerability Model – Zubin et al 1977
I recently came across the idea of the Stress Vulnerability Model, expounded by Zubin et all 1977. I hadn’t seen their model before although the concepts seemed familiar, so that lead to a bit of digging on my part. The original paper by Zubin et al in 1977...Can Yoga Therapy Help IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)?
One of the areas of professional practice I specialise in is Digestive Complaints, and in particular IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome). Minded Institute have published an interesting review on the topic: Irritable Bowel Syndrome is a widespread issue. In the UK, between...Research: A Single-Session Pain Management Skills Class Benefits Patients With Chronic Low-Back Pain
I came across this article from the US National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (US spelling) A Single-Session Pain Management Skills Class Benefits Patients With Chronic Low-Back Pain The summary is that “A single 2-hour pain self-management...The Molecular Signature of Mind Body Interventions
I came across this 2017 paper recently: What is the Molecular Signature of Mind Body Interventions? A Systematic Review of Gene Expression Changes Induced by Meditation and Related Practices. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28670311/ Mind Body Interventions (MBIs)...Beneficial Role of Yoga for Weight Loss
I came across this recent NCCIH briefing Study Sees Beneficial Role of Yoga in Weight-Loss Program for Adults With Obesity or Overweight Historically I’ve always been cautious about recommending Yoga for Weight Loss – this is because Yoga is much more than...Socials and Feeds
