Effect of yogic practices on selected physiological variables in examination stress among school going students

Abstract

Background: Stress is frequently linked to a higher incidence of immune system, cardiovascular, and autonomic dysfunction. The purpose of this study was to assess how yoga practices affected several physiological markers during academic exams and how stress affected them. Materials and Methods: Thirty school-age children were randomly assigned to the yoga group and control group (16 & 14 respectively) for the study. For four weeks, the yoga group practiced integrated yoga for thirty-five minutes every day under the guidance of a yoga trainer. The control group did not engage in any form of stress reduction or yoga practice. At baseline and throughout the test, a few physiological indicators were measured, including heart rate, and respiration rate. Results: Analysis of the pre and post data was done using SPSS software. ANCOVA statistical technique was used to analyze the data. During the examination stress, there was a considerable increase in physiological markers in the control group and no significant difference in the yoga group. Conclusion: Exam stress autonomic alterations are resisted by yoga among school going children. Further research is recommended to validate these findings and explore the long-term effects of yoga practices on selected physiological parameters and management in educational settings.