Current status of yoga in mental health services

Varambally, Shivarama; Gangadhar, Bangalore N.

doi:10.3109/09540261.2016.1159950

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“…They reported a higher efficiency of the ethical yoga intervention in decreasing anxiety and salivary cortisol. According to traditional yoga experts, yoga should be practiced in its entirety, including its ethical aspects (Varambally & Gangadhar, 2016). Likewise, a panel of experienced yoga teachers deemed the cultivation of positive values, attitudes, and behaviors as very important or essential for alleviating mental health conditions (de Manincor et al, 2015).…”

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The effects of different components of yoga: A review of comparative studies and meta-analyses

Matko¹,

Bringmann²

2021

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Traditional yoga encompasses a variety of practices, such as physical postures, breathing techniques, meditation practices, and ethical teachings. Numerous studies and meta-analyses have demonstrated yoga’s efficacy in promoting mental and physical health. Conversely, little is known about how the diverse components of yoga contribute to its overall effect. In this review, we summarize the current evidence on the differential and incremental effects of yoga components. We evaluated 18 comparative studies and 16 meta-analyses that conducted relevant subgroup analyses. These studies and meta-analyses examined a multitude of variables and varied greatly with regard to population, study design, and yoga components under investigation. Some meta-analyses included other mind–body interventions, such as Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR). Nonetheless, combined interventions incorporating multiple components consistently outperformed simpler interventions. Adding breathing and/or meditation practices to yoga interventions proved particularly beneficial in this regard. However, specific components or combinations were more effective in enhancing certain variables or clinical conditions, suggesting a need for custom-tailored programs. Similarly complex mind–body interventions, such as yoga and MBSR, were often equally efficient. Still, most findings remain preliminary and more research is needed. The ethical component of yoga is particularly underresearched. Future studies should isolate and compare all of yoga’s components and evaluate additive effects by investigating different combinations of components. We encourage researchers to refer to theoretical frameworks, use rigorous methodology, and take into account individual factors.

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The effects of different components of yoga: A review of comparative studies and meta-analyses

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2021

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“…Yoga-based practices are being used extensively as therapeutic ingredients, alone or as adjuncts to other therapies in various disorders, both physical and mental. Research has shown benefits in mental disorders, such as depression, anxiety, and psychosis (Varambally & Gangadhar, 2016). Increasingly, Yoga is seen as an indigenous model of rehabilitation throughout parts of Asia, assisting with symptom control and quality of life, which could be a cost-effective and culturally acceptable intervention (Deshpande, Bhatia, Mohandas, & Nimgaonkar, 2016).…”

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“…Increasingly, Yoga is seen as an indigenous model of rehabilitation throughout parts of Asia, assisting with symptom control and quality of life, which could be a cost-effective and culturally acceptable intervention (Deshpande, Bhatia, Mohandas, & Nimgaonkar, 2016). Varambally and Gangadhar (2016) argue that yoga can be an adjunct to standard treatment and potentially a treatment on its own. Its introduction to modern clinical practice does require further development of the evidence base (Broderick & Vancampfort, 2017), more professional standards, easier accessibility, and a sounder neurobiological basis (Varambally & Gangadhar, 2016).…”

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“…Varambally and Gangadhar (2016) argue that yoga can be an adjunct to standard treatment and potentially a treatment on its own. Its introduction to modern clinical practice does require further development of the evidence base (Broderick & Vancampfort, 2017), more professional standards, easier accessibility, and a sounder neurobiological basis (Varambally & Gangadhar, 2016).…”

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A structured review of psychiatric rehabilitation for individuals living with severe mental illness within three regions of the Asia‐Pacific: Implications for practice and policy

Hill

Killaspy

Padmavati

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Asia-Pacific Psychiatry

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Introduction Psychiatric rehabilitation can provide and support recovery‐oriented care by assisting individuals living with severe mental illness to lead full lives. Despite a well‐established evidence‐base, implementation and access to these interventions in clinical practice for people with severe mental illness in the Asia‐Pacific region is low. We therefore aimed to evaluate prominent themes impacting on clinical practice, policy, and the implementation of psychiatric rehabilitation across the Asia‐Pacific region. Methods A comprehensive review of relevant literature on psychiatric rehabilitation of three regions within the Asia‐Pacific was conducted using a structured search of PubMed and other databases. Eligible articles were selected which focussed on how psychiatric rehabilitation is defined and implemented across the Asia‐Pacific region, as well as the associated successes and challenges. Common themes were generated. Results Six themes emerged: the impact of policy, legislation, and human rights; access difficulties; the important role of family; the significance of culture, religion, and spiritual beliefs; the widespread impact of stigma; and the indigenous models of excellence being developed. Discussion Consideration of the six themes and their implications should help raise awareness of the issues involved in the provision of psychiatric rehabilitation in the Asia‐Pacific region and may improve outcomes for people living with severe mental illness. Suggested strategies include: developing a shared understanding of psychiatric rehabilitation; establishing quality legislation that's well implemented; adapting evidence‐based models to develop culturally appropriate services; implementing stigma reduction and empowerment‐based interventions; and, ensuring coordinated action among all stakeholders, combined with effective leadership.

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“…There is, hence, a need to do research into the basic foundations of yoga as therapy. The commentary by Varambally and Gangadhar (2016) comments on the current status of yoga in mental health services, and the review by Hankey and Shetkar (2016) discusses the role of meditation in improving mental health.…”

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