Impact of Heartfulness Meditation on Stress Response and Decision-Making Ability among Higher Education Students: An Empirical study
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Heartfulness Meditation, Stress Response, Decision-Making Ability, Higher Education, Cognitive Functioning, Emotional RegulationAbstract
In the contemporary academic milieu, students are increasingly subjected to multifaceted stressors that significantly impair their cognitive functioning and decision-making competencies. The present study endeavors to examine the efficacy of Heartfulness Meditation as a psychophysiological intervention in modulating stress responses and enhancing decision-making ability among higher education students. Employing a quantitative research design, data were collected from a sample of 120 university students using standardized scales. The findings reveal a statistically significant reduction in perceived stress levels and a marked improvement in rational decision-making post-intervention. The study underscores the transformative potential of meditative practices in fostering cognitive clarity and emotional regulation within academic environments.
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