Impact of Yoga Nidra on Psychological Wellbeing in Women with Menstrual Irregularities
Author Information
Author(s): Rani Khushbu Tiwari, Uma Singh, GG Agrawal, Archana Ghildiyal, Neena Srivastava
Primary Institution: CSM Medical University, Lucknow, UP, India
Hypothesis
Does Yoga Nidra improve psychological wellbeing in patients with menstrual disorders?
Conclusion
Yoga Nidra significantly improves wellbeing, anxiety, and depression in women with menstrual irregularities.
Supporting Evidence
- Anxiety decreased significantly in the Yoga group.
- Depression decreased significantly in the Yoga group.
- Positive wellbeing improved significantly after six months of Yoga therapy.
- Vitality improved significantly in the Yoga group compared to the control group.
Takeaway
Yoga Nidra is a special relaxation technique that helps women feel better when they have menstrual problems and feel anxious or sad.
Methodology
A randomized controlled trial with 150 female subjects divided into a Yoga Nidra group and a control group, assessed over six months.
Potential Biases
Potential bias in self-reported measures of psychological wellbeing.
Limitations
Some participants dropped out, which may affect the results.
Participant Demographics
Female subjects aged 18 to 45 with menstrual irregularities.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.003
Statistical Significance
p<0.003
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