Abstract : In India, anxiety is prevalent among the general population, with women, young adults, and the elderly being the most susceptible. According to a study conducted by researchers in 2017 estimated that almost 200 million people had psychological illness in India. Depression was the most common disorder affecting people followed by Anxiety. The study also states that females are more prone to anxiety as compared to males. The prevalence of anxiety was the highest in states like Kerala followed by Manipur, West Bengal, Himachal Pradesh and Andhra Pradesh. Studies shows that almost 38 million people in India are suffering from anxiety disorders. Holistic methods are becoming more and more common in the treatment of mental illness in recent years. Yoga is considered as a practice which includes 3 components: gentle stretching; breath control exercises; and meditation.1 Yoga enhances hormone function, blood circulation, muscle strength, flexibility, and oxygen absorption through physical postures and breathing exercises. Furthermore, the relaxation causes the autonomic nervous system to become more parasympathetically dominant, thereby stabilizing the system.
Cite : R, V. (2024). Pranayama Techniques Indicated For Anxiety: A Review Article (1st ed., pp. 92-97). Noble Science Press. https://doi.org/10.52458/9788196830069.nsp.2024.eb.ch-15
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