Exploring the Impact of a Holistic Training Program on Personal and Social Development
Author Information
Author(s): Janka Christoph, Höcker Maike, Dorner Thomas E., Tchounwou Paul B.
Primary Institution: Medical University of Vienna
Hypothesis
How do demographic factors interact with body, mind, and social characteristics in participants of a holistic training program?
Conclusion
The study found that participants in the training program exhibited higher levels of psychosocial wellbeing and stronger connections between various positive psychological factors compared to the control group.
Supporting Evidence
- The training program was linked to aspirations for societal impact and personal growth.
- Participants in the training group showed more complex linkages involving wellbeing and life satisfaction.
- The control group primarily connected through the 'Sense of Coherence—Meaning in Life' axis.
Takeaway
This study shows that a special training program can help people feel better about themselves and their relationships with others.
Methodology
A cross-sectional study design was used, involving network analysis to compare the training and control groups.
Potential Biases
Selection bias due to non-random assignment to training and control groups.
Limitations
The study's cross-sectional design limits causal conclusions, and self-selection into groups may introduce bias.
Participant Demographics
Participants were adults from Austria, Germany, and Switzerland, with a higher proportion of females and older individuals in the training group.
Statistical Information
P-Value
0.004
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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