Role of Yoga in Severe Psychological Diseases: A Narrative Review (original) (raw)

Yoga is a core component of the Mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) program. The present paper is an attempt to study the relevance of Yoga in mental health. Modern scientific techniques and instruments, such as FMRI and EEG, have been used to see what happens in the body of people when they meditate, and how their bodies and brain change after meditating regularly. It was found through the study that it may be effective in the management of depression and technique of controlling the body and the mind; also used as a complete exercise program and physical therapy routine; involve awareness in their day-today activities as a form of mind-training; attainment of perfect equilibrium and harmony; removes negative blocks from the mind and toxins from the body; higher mindfulness and reduced stress correlated with the number of days meditated per week.; refers to a broad variety of practices that includes techniques designed to promote relaxation, build internal energy or life force and develop compassion, love, patience, generosity and forgiveness.