Exploring the Effects of Chanting and Meditation on Mental Health: a Comprehensive Review of Neuroscientific and Traditional Perspectives Insights
Sarika K. Swami, Mukta Dhopeshwarkar
International Journal of Advanced Research in Science Communication and Technology July 27, 2025 DOI: 10.48175/ijarsct-28490 (opens in new tab) via OpenAlex
Summary
AI-generated from the abstractMeditation and mantra chanting boost cognitive and physiological processes, lower stress levels, and increase emotional resilience. Reduced cortisol levels and improvements in cardiovascular health are seen, while EEG and fMRI studies show enhanced alpha and theta brainwave activity, indicating relaxation and emotional regulation. Their effects are further validated by improved brain connection, memory, and focus. Methodological irregularities and small sample numbers underscore the necessity of standardized procedures and thorough longitudinal studies.
Study at a glance
| Characteristics | Review Longitudinal Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Interventions | Meditation Mantra chanting |
| Topics | Meditation |
| Keywords | Mental health Psychotherapist Cognitive psychology |
| Key finding | Meditation and mantra chanting boost cognitive and physiological processes, lower stress levels, and increase emotional resilience. |
Abstract
This study examines neuroscientific research and traditional practices to investigate the therapeutic and cognitive effects of meditation and chanting on mental health. It has been demonstrated that meditation and mantra chanting boost cognitive and physiological processes, lower stress levels, and increase emotional resilience. Reduced cortisol levels and improvements in cardiovascular health are seen, while EEG and fMRI studies show enhanced alpha and theta brainwave activity, which indicates relaxation and emotional regulation. Their effects are further validated by improved brain connection, memory, and focus. Notwithstanding encouraging results, methodological irregularities and small sample numbers underscore the necessity of standardized procedures and thorough longitudinal studies.