NEUROPSYCHOLOGICAL MECHANISMS OF THE INFLUENCE OF SHAMANIC PRACTICES ON CREATIVITY: A MIXEDMETHODS STUDY
December 15, 2024 DOI: 10.69635/978-1-0690482-1-9-ch26 (opens in new tab) via OpenAlex
Summary
AI-generated from the abstractA mixed-methods study with 47 participants found that meditation and sound healing, components of shamanic practices involving Ayahuasca consumption, improved executive functions such as task initiation, planning skills, and creative self-efficacy. The research suggests these practices can enhance creativity and cognitive functions.
Study at a glance
| Characteristics | Mixed-methods study |
|---|---|
| Sample size | 47 |
| Population | 47 participants |
| Interventions | Ayahuasca consumption sound healing guided meditation |
| Keywords | Neuropsychology Creativity Cognitive psychology |
| Citations | 1 |
| Key finding | Meditation and sound healing positively influence executive functions, enhancing task initiation, planning skills, and creative self-efficacy. |
Abstract
This study investigates the impact of shamanic practices, specifically Ayahuasca consumption and sound healing combined with guided meditation, on creativity. Using a mixed-methods approach, we examined changes in creativity, openness to new experiences, executive functions, and divergent thinking among 47 participants. Results indicate that meditation and sound healing positively influence executive functions, enhancing task initiation, planning skills, and creative selfefficacy. This research provides insights into the potential of shamanic practices for enhancing creativity and cognitive functions.