Buddhist meditation as a therapeutic tool in trauma recovery: A literature-based analysis of its role in healing child abuse survivors
International Conference on Child Protection 2025 July 26, 2025 V. S. Dhammapali
A review of literature from 2000 to 2024 examined how Buddhist meditation, specifically mindfulness and loving-kindness (mettā), can aid psychological healing in survivors of child abuse. The reviewed studies consistently indicated that these practices foster emotional regulation, reduce post-traumatic stress symptoms, and enhance self-compassion, helping survivors confront painful memories non-judgmentally and improve psychological resilience. The authors propose that integrating Buddhist meditation techniques into trauma recovery programs and mental health interventions could support long-term healing.