Experiences of Advanced Standing Program Nursing Students and Instructors Practicing Transcendental Meditation
American Journal of Qualitative Research April 30, 2023 Catherine Aquino-Russell, Khaldoun M. Aldiabatis, Enam A. Alsrayheen
Nursing students and instructors who practiced Transcendental Meditation twice daily for 11 months reported benefits for managing stress, enhancing productivity, and improving relationships. The qualitative study analyzed written reflective journals from 20 students and 3 instructors who received training from certified TM teachers. Thematic analysis uncovered major themes describing positive impacts on participants' lives. The authors recommend introducing TM as a stress reduction intervention in nursing programs.