Effectiveness of Yogic Practices in Reducing Social Inhibition Among School Students
Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research) March 30, 2026 DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.22025456 (opens in new tab)
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AI-extracted from the abstract| Characteristics | Theoretical or philosophical paper Peer reviewed |
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| Key points | Argues that yogic practices, through their effects on the autonomic nervous system, interoceptive awareness, emotional self-regulation, and self-esteem, are theoretically well-suited to address social inhibition in school students, and proposes yoga as a non-pharmacological tool for school-based wellness programs. |
Abstract
Social inhibition presents a significant barrier to the psychosocial development of school students, hindering academic participation and peer relationships. This paper provides a descriptive analysis of the efficacy of yogic practices as a holistic intervention for mitigating social inhibition. By synthesizing existing research from neuroscience, psychology, and contemplative studies, this paper outlines the theoretical framework through which yoga—comprising physical postures (asanas), breath regulation (pranayama), and mindfulness—can counter the underlying mechanisms of social anxiety. We will describe how these practices work to regulate the autonomic nervous system, improve interoceptive awareness, foster emotional self-regulation, and enhance self-esteem. The paper concludes that the inherent properties of yoga are theoretically well-suited to address social inhibition, positioning it as a valuable, non-pharmacological tool for school-based wellness programs.