Reducing Stress in Children by Yoga - A Study
Journal of Chemical Biological and Physical Sciences July 1, 2026 DOI: 10.24214/jcbps.b.16.3.59905 (opens in new tab)
Study at a glance
AI-extracted from the abstract| Characteristics | Pre-test-post-test experimental design Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Sample size | 60 |
| Population | Adolescents aged 17-18 years in Krishna District, Andhra Pradesh |
| Interventions | Anuloma Viloma Bhastrika Bhramari Kapalabhati pranayama |
| Duration | Ten consecutive days |
| Keywords | Affect linguistics Mental health Stress linguistics Stress reduction Intervention counseling Mental stress Psychological stress Clinical psychology Physical therapy Significant difference Stress management Emotional stress Psychological intervention Psychological therapy |
| Key findings | Yoga training significantly reduced stress levels in the experimental group, with mean scores decreasing from 64.90 to 50.86, while the control group showed no significant change. |
Abstract
Stress is a common psychological challenge among adolescents and can negatively affect their academic performance, emotional stability, and overall wellbeing.Yoga has emerged as an effective holistic approach for managing stress and promoting mental health.The present study aimed to examine the effectiveness of yoga in reducing stress among adolescents aged 17-18 years in Krishna District, Andhra Pradesh.A pre-test-post-test experimental design was employed involving 60 students, divided equally into an experimental group (n = 30) and a control group (n = 30).Stress levels were assessed using a standardized questionnaire consisting of 50 items.The experimental group received yoga training that included Anuloma Viloma, Bhastrika, Bhramari, and Kapalabhati pranayama practices for ten consecutive days, while the control group received no intervention.Data were analyzed using mean, standard deviation, and t-test statistics.The findings revealed a significant reduction in stress levels among students in the experimental group, with mean scores decreasing from 64.90 in the pre-test to 50.86 in the post-test.In contrast, no significant change was observed in the control group.Furthermore, a significant difference was found between the post-test scores of the experimental and control groups.The results indicate that yoga is an effective intervention for reducing stress among adolescents and can contribute positively to their mental and emotional wellbeing.The study recommends the incorporation of regular yoga practices into educational institutions to enhance students' psychological health and resilience.