Stress and Anxiety Control as a Result of DHSP Bali's Traditional Meditation and Yoga Practice
Agung Setiabudi, I Gede Eka Agung Agastya Punia, Putu Setiani, Lussy Ayu Puspita, Kadek Satya Manggala
Enrichment: Journal of Multidisciplinary Research and Development January 9, 2026 DOI: 10.55324/enrichment.v3i10.578 (opens in new tab)
Study at a glance
AI-extracted from the abstract| Characteristics | Pretest-posttest study Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Sample size | 31 |
| Population | Participants in a DHSP Bali Traditional Yoga and Meditation program |
| Intervention | DHSP Bali Traditional Yoga and Meditation practice |
| Duration | 4 weeks, at least 3 times per week |
| Measures | DASS-42 |
| Topics | Anxiety Meditation |
| Key points | After 4 weeks of DHSP Bali Traditional Yoga and Meditation practice, the number of respondents in the normal category increased and the mild-to-severe category decreased across all DASS-42 dimensions (depression, anxiety, and stress). Pretest-to-posttest comparisons indicated reduced severity of psychological symptoms. The authors conclude the practice is effective in lowering stress and anxiety and has potential as a safe, non-pharmacological complementary therapy. |
Abstract
Stress and anxiety are increasing mental health problems and can have a negative impact on an individual's physical and psychological well-being. Traditional yoga and meditation, including Yoga DHSP Bali, are known as holistic approaches that have the potential to help with stress and anxiety control. Objective: This study aimed to analyze the effect of DHSP Bali Traditional Yoga and Meditation practice on participants' stress and anxiety levels. This study used a pretest-posttest design involving 31 respondents. The intervention in the form of DHSP Bali Yoga practice was carried out for 4 weeks with a frequency of at least 3 times per week. Measurements of levels of depression, anxiety, and stress were carried out using the DASS-42 questionnaire. The results showed an increase in the number of respondents in the normal category and a decrease in the mild to severe category in all dimensions of DASS-42 (depression, anxiety, and stress) after the intervention. A comparison of pretest and posttest scores indicated a decrease in the severity of participants' psychological symptoms. DHSP Bali Traditional Yoga and Meditation Practice is effective in lowering stress and anxiety levels, and has the potential to be a safe and beneficial non-pharmacological complementary therapy in mental health management.