The Impact of Psycho-Yogic Intervention on Altering Eating Attitudes in Young Adults Prone to Eating Disorders
Year: 2024
Type: article
Abstract: The prevalence of eating disorders among young adults poses significant health risksand challenges. This study investigates the effects of psycho-yogic practices—integrating yoga, mindfulness, and psychological counseling—on modifying eatingattitudes in young adults at risk for eating disorders. A sample of 60 participants, aged18-25, underwent a 12-week psycho-yogic intervention. The Eating Attitudes Test(EAT-26) was administered before and after the intervention to assess changes ineating behaviors and attitudes. Results indicated a significant reduction indysfunctional eating attitudes in the intervention group compared to the control group. These findings suggest that psycho-yogic practices may serve as an effectiveintervention for preventing eating disorders among vulnerable populations.
Author: Dr.Kirti, Dr. Santosh Vishvakarma
Language: English
Subfield: Clinical Psychology
Field: Psychology
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W6930711151
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