Efficacy of Yoga-Nidra on Anxiety among Elderly People in Selected Old Age Homes
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Efficacy, Yoga-Nidra, Elderly people, Old age homeAbstract
BACKGROUND: Elderly individuals in old age homes often face significant stress, anxiety, and depression. Yoga-Nidra has been found to effectively reduce anxiety levels among these populations.
OBJECTIVES: The study aims to assess the level of anxiety among elderly people in selected old age homes, evaluate the efficacy of Yoga-Nidra in reducing anxiety.
MATERIAL AND METHODS: This quantitative research utilized a one-group pre-test and post-test design with a sample size of 50 participants, selected through a cluster sampling technique. The DASS-21 questionnaire was used to collect data on anxiety levels and demographic variables. Data were analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics.
RESULTS: The results indicated a significant reduction in anxiety levels post-intervention. The pretest mean was 11.00 (SD = 3.528) with a t-value of 7.432 and a p-value of <0.0001. The post-test mean was 7.96 (SD = 2.231) with the same t-value and p-value. Significant associations were found between anxiety levels and sociodemographic variables such as education (χ2 = 20.842, p = 0.0076), monthly income of the family (χ2 = 11.311, p = 0.0035), and contact with family members (χ2 = 16.773, p = 0.0102).
CONCLUSION: The study concluded that Yoga-Nidra is effective in reducing anxiety among elderly people in selected old age homes.
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