Rajesh Rao K.a, Satya Prakash Purohita*, Dwivedi Krishnab & Mangesh Pandeya
aDepartment of Yoga and Humanities, Swami Vivekananda Yoga Anusandhana Samsthana, Bangalore, Karnataka, India
bDepartment of Yoga and Life Sciences, Swami Vivekananda Yoga Anusandhana Samsthana, Bangalore, Karnataka, India
Received : 03rd February, 2025 ; Revised : 03rd March, 2025
DOI:-https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.16066125
Abstract– Adolescents experience cognitive distortions that affect mindfulness, emotional well-being, and behaviour, often leading to anxiety and depression. Early intervention is crucial, and counselling based on yogic principles serves as a complementary therapy. This study examines the impact of the Yogic Counselling Module (YCM) on adolescents’ psychosocial well-being, focusing on reducing cognitive distortions and improving mindfulness, emotional regulation, and selfesteem. A total of 100 students aged 13-18 were randomly assigned to a YCM group or a control group. The YCM group attended bi-weekly sessions for two months, incorporating self-reflection, emotional regulation, and mindfulness, while the control group engaged in library reading and socially useful productive work (SUPW). Standardized assessments measured pre- and post-intervention outcomes. Results showed significant reductions in cognitive distortions (p<0.001) and anxiety (p<0.01) in the intervention group. The outcomes of Pearson’s coefficient showed a negative correlation of Repression with Cognitive Distortion and Anxiety and a positive correlation of Repression with Self-esteem. Similarly, Cognitive Distortion showed a positive correlation with Anxiety and Stress and a negative correlation with Resilience. The findings suggest that YCM effectively reduces cognitive distortions and enhances adolescent mental well-being leading to clarity in thoughts, understanding of emotions, and corrections in behaviour. Integrating yoga-based interventions into adolescent well-being strategies may offer long-term psychological benefits.
Keywords: Adolescents, Yogic Counselling, Cognitive Distortions, Psycho-Social Well-Being, Mental Health
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