The aim of this review is to evaluate the placebo effect in the treatment of anxiety and
depression. Antidepressants are supposed to work by fixing a chemical imbalance …

Background: Heart rate variability (HRV) as an accurate, noninvasive measure of the
Autonomous Nervous System (ANS) can reflect mental health (eg, stress, depression, or …

Objectives: Mind–body exercise has been generally recognized as a beneficial strategy to
improve mental health in those with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) …

Objective To objectively evaluate the most common forms of mind-body exercise (MBE)(tai
chi, yoga, qigong) on cognitive function among people with mild cognitive impairment (MCI) …

Background: As the situation of cognitive aging is getting worse, preventing or treating
cognitive decline through effective strategies is highly important. This systematic review aims …

The aging Chinese population is growing fast, and the proportion of the population aged 60
years old is projected to reach 28% by 2040, estimated 402 million. With increased life …

Objective: The purpose of this study was to investigate the effects of Tai Chi (TC) on
anthropometric parameters and physical fitness among children and adolescents with …

Physical activity (PA) is an effective and evidence-based intervention for the promotion of
mental health, and prevention and treatment of mental health problems. However, little is …

Background: Chronic low back pain (CLBP) is a common health issue worldwide. Tai Chi,
Qigong, and Yoga, as the most widely practiced mindful exercises, have promising effects …

The purpose of this study was to determine the effects of a Pilates exercises program on the
cognitive and physical functioning of older Spanish women. This study is a randomized …