Key Takeaway
11 weeks of Yoga Nidra practice significantly reduced stress, improved sleep, and increased wellbeing compared to control group.
Summary
Randomized controlled trial examining Yoga Nidra effects on stress markers and wellbeing.
Methods
- Randomized controlled trial
- 12 adults per group
- 11-week intervention
- Weekly 45-minute sessions
- Cortisol, stress, and wellbeing measures
Key Results
- Reduced perceived stress
- Lower cortisol levels
- Improved sleep quality
- Enhanced wellbeing
- Effects maintained at follow-up
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Limitations
- Small sample size
- Self-selected participants
- Single cortisol measure
- Demand characteristics possible