The Impact of Rajyoga Meditation on Anger Management in Young Adults: A Comprehensive Review
International Journal of Versatile Research and Analysis October 1, 2026 DOI: 10.56975/ijvra.v4i10.711282 (opens in new tab)
Study at a glance
AI-extracted from the abstract| Characteristics | Review Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Intervention | Rajyoga meditation |
| Topics | Meditation |
| Key findings | The review concludes that Rajyoga meditation, along with related mindfulness and Transcendental Meditation practices, is associated with reductions in anger, anxiety, and psychological distress and improvements in executive function and self-awareness, with neurobiological evidence pointing to changes in the prefrontal cortex and amygdala. The authors argue it has potential as a non-pharmacological anger-management intervention for young adults but note that direct research is still emerging and call for rigorous long-term studies. |
Abstract
This review synthesizes current empirical evidence on the impact of Rajyoga meditation on anger management in young adults, exploring its underlying psychological and neurobiological mechanisms.Rajyoga meditation, a distinct practice emphasizing soul consciousness and positive thinking, demonstrates promising effects on emotional regulation, stress reduction, and cognitive functions crucial for anger management.Studies on both Rajyoga and related mindfulness/Transcendental Meditation practices show reductions in anger, anxiety, and psychological distress, alongside improvements in executive functions and self-awareness.Neurobiological evidence suggests meditation induces beneficial changes in brain regions like the prefrontal cortex and amygdala, contributing to enhanced emotional control.While direct research specifically on Rajyoga and anger management in young adults is emerging, the broader evidence from meditation studies supports its potential as a non-pharmacological intervention.Further rigorous, long-term studies are warranted to establish definitive efficacy and explore optimal implementation strategies.
Comparable studies
Other narrative reviews on meditation, most cited first.
| Study | Year | Design | Participants |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mindfulness training as a clinical intervention: A conceptual and empirical review. Clinical populations | 2003 | Review | |
| Mindfulness: Theoretical Foundations and Evidence for its Salutary Effects | 2007 | Review | |
| Mindfulness Interventions | 2016 | Review | |
| Mind the Hype: A Critical Evaluation and Prescriptive Agenda for Research on Mindfulness and Meditation | 2017 | Review | |
| Mindfulness and acceptance: expanding the cognitive-behavioral tradition | 2005 | Review |