IJIE
Vol. 6 No. 3 (2023): International Journal on Integrated Education (IJIE)

From Stress Reduction to Resilience Building: The Role of Yoga in Promoting Mental Health and Well-Being

Veckalne, Regina (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
14 Mar 2023

Abstract

In recent years, there has been a growing interest in the use of yoga as an intervention for promoting mental health and well-being. This article explores the role of yoga in stress reduction and resilience building, with a focus on its potential benefits for individuals experiencing mental health difficulties. A review of the literature suggests that regular practice of yoga can lead to significant reductions in stress, anxiety, and depression, as well as improvements in mood, self-esteem, and quality of life. Moreover, yoga has been shown to enhance the body's stress response systems, promoting greater resilience to stress and adversity. The neurobiological mechanisms underlying these effects are also discussed, highlighting the potential role of yoga in modulating key brain regions and neurochemical pathways involved in stress regulation and emotional processing. Overall, the evidence suggests that yoga is a promising intervention for promoting mental health and well-being, with potential benefits for individuals across the lifespan. Future research is needed to better understand the mechanisms underlying these effects and to optimize the use of yoga as a tool for enhancing mental health and resilience.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

IJIE

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Subject

Education

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International Journal on Integrated Education (IJIE) 2620-3502 is a peer-reviewed, open-access scholarly journal, publishing high-quality manuscripts in multidisciplinary research areas. IJIE accepts papers in the forms of original research articles, review articles, book reviews, case reports, and ...