Karen T. Hallam

2 papers in the library · publishing 2024-2026

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Effects of transcendental meditation on mental health and work productivity among university staff in Australia: A randomised controlled trial.

Journal of Affective Disorders September 23, 2026 Mahesh Kumar Khanal, Leila Karimi, Peter Saunders et al.

Chronic psychological stress is a major public health problem with adverse effects on mental health, health-related quality of life (HRQoL), and work functioning. Transcendental Meditation (TM) is a standardised meditation that may reduce stress and enhance wellbeing, yet long-term evidence in workplace settings is limited. This study evaluated the effect of TM on perceived stress and related...

DOI: 10.1016/j.jad.2026.122555 Full text Distress Emotion regulation Transcendental meditation Work impairment

The promising role of Transcendental Meditation in the prevention and treatment of cardiometabolic diseases: A systematic review

Obesity Reviews July 28, 2024 Mahesh Kumar Khanal, Leila Karimi, Peter Saunders et al.

Psychological distress has a demonstrable impact on cardiovascular diseases (CVD) and risk factors. Transcendental Meditation (TM) has been shown to reduce stress and improve health and well‐being. The current review aimed to synthesize the evidence on the effects of TM on cardiometabolic outcomes and identify gaps for future research. We searched PubMed/MEDLINE, EMBASE, SCOPUS, and Web of...

DOI: 10.1111/obr.13800 Full text