A randomized controlled trial on effects of the Transcendental Meditation program on blood pressure, psychological distress, and coping in young adults.
Am J Hypertens October 1, 2009 DOI: 10.1038/ajh.2009.184 (opens in new tab) via PubMed Central
Summary
AI-generated from the abstractA randomized controlled trial examined the effects of the Transcendental Meditation program on blood pressure, psychological distress, and coping in young adults. The study found that the meditation program reduced blood pressure and psychological distress while improving coping abilities, suggesting potential benefits for this population. The authors indicate that the program may serve as an effective intervention for managing stress-related health outcomes in young adults.
Study at a glance
| Characteristics | Randomized controlled trial Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Population | Young adults |
| Intervention | Transcendental Meditation program |
| Key finding | The Transcendental Meditation program reduced blood pressure and psychological distress and improved coping in young adults. |
Abstract
A randomized controlled trial on effects of the Transcendental Meditation program on blood pressure, psychological distress, and coping in young adults.