Effect of yoga on depression, self concept and mental health of normal health students

The main objective of the study was to assess the effect of yoga training on depression, self concept and mental health.

Hypotheses of the study there will be difference in between control group and experimental group (Yoga Training) on the dimension of depression, self concept and mental health.

40 normal health students were selected. 20 Experimental group of normal health students and 20 controlled group of normal health students. Age group was between 20 to 30 years. Both group were given pre test in three dimensions, i.e., Depression, Self concept and Mental Health. A yoga module consisting of yoga asanas, pranayama, meditation, 30 min of yoga training given daily for one month. For the both groups pre and post tests conducted.

positive effect of yoga on depression, self concept and mental health of normal health students. Yogic exercise can improve the depression, self concept and mental health in experimental group