Yoga-Based Mindfulness: A Path to Reducing Rumination and Depression
Author : Sriveni D
Abstract :
Introduction: Yoga-based mindfulness interventions are increasingly recognized for their role in improving mental health by enhancing emotional regulation and reducing distress. This study examined the impact of an eight-week yoga-based mindfulness program on rumination, depression, perceived stress, and mindfulness.
Methodology: A randomized controlled trial was conducted with 80 participants assigned to an intervention or control group. The intervention group attended four 60-minute yoga-based mindfulness sessions per week. Psychological outcomes were measured using the Ruminative Responses Scale (RRS), Beck Depression Inventory (BDI), Perceived Stress Scale (PSS), and Five Facet Mindfulness Questionnaire (FFMQ). Pre- and post-intervention scores were analyzed using mixed-effects analysis and regression models.
Results: The intervention group showed significant reductions in rumination (p = .004) and depression (p < .001) and an increase in mindfulness (p = .003). Stress levels decreased but did not show significant differences over time (p = .290). Regression analysis indicated that mindfulness improvements predicted reductions in rumination and depression.
Conclusion: The findings support yoga-based mindfulness programs as effective non-pharmacological interventions for mental health improvement. However, limitations such as self-reported measures and short-term follow-up suggest the need for further research with larger samples and long-term assessments.
Keywords :
Yoga, rumination and depression.
