Yoga and Meditation Benefits in Developmental Age: at School, to Relax the Body and Mind

• Main Authors: Manuela Valentini (Author), Eleonora Raschi (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: Maria Curie-Skłodowska University, Lublin, Poland, 2023-08-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
• Online Access: Connect to this object online.
• Notes: 0137-6136; 10.17951/lrp.2023.42.2.181-193
• Keywords: yoga benefits, school, developmental age, meditation, pranayama (breathing techniques); Education; L
• Source: Lubelski Rocznik Pedagogiczny, Vol 42, Iss 2, Pp 181-193 (2023)

Introduction: This paper aims to explore the positive correlation between practicing yoga and meditation at school and an increase in academic performance with a reduction in states of anxiety and stress. Research Aim: The systematic review aims to confirm the theory that the practice of yoga and meditation is beneficial for children and can help them in the school context. Evidence-based Facts: Ten articles were carefully analyzed to find out which yoga and meditation techniques were most used and what benefits they brought in developmental age. Thanks to breathing techniques and meditation, studies indicate that children learn to recognize their emotions and strategies to manage them in the best way. Summary: Protocols demonstrate that there are positive correlations between practicing yoga and meditation at school and a decrease in stress levels and an increase in attention span and memory. These benefits help children improve their academic performance, develop greater balance and flexibility, and avoid bad postures.