Date of Paper
5-2016
Type of Paper
Clinical research paper
Degree Name
Master of Social Work (M.S.W.)
Department
Social Work
First Advisor
Jessica Toft
Department/School
Social Work
Abstract
Yoga is a 3,000 year-old practice that has evolved into a holistic approach to general wellness and healing. Yoga is beginning to be recognized by researchers and clinicians as a complementary therapy that encompasses multiple components of healing that are being singled out or used in pieces as parts of traditional treatment methods. The purpose of this research is to conduct an exhaustive review of the research that has been performed on using yoga or yoga therapy to alleviate symptoms of depression and anxiety disorders. This review will focus on how yoga is being used to address symptoms of depression and anxiety and the extent to which these ways are effective. Findings from this review will be used to determine areas of further study and implications for clinical social work practice.
Recommended Citation
Hanson, Rachel. (2016). Yoga for Depression and Anxiety: A SYSTEMATIC REVIEW. Retrieved from Sophia, the St. Catherine University repository website: https://sophia.stkate.edu/msw_papers/590