By using this site, you agree to the Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.
Accept
Transcendental Meditation: Benefits, News, & More
  • Home
  • Benefits
  • People
  • News
  • Books & Videos
  • Learn Meditation
Reading: Study on alcoholism treatment and Meditation
Share
Aa
Transcendental Meditation: Benefits, News, & More
Aa
  • Home
  • Benefits
  • People
  • News
  • Books & Videos
  • Learn Meditation
Search
  • Home
  • Benefits
  • People
  • News
  • Books & Videos
  • Learn Meditation
  • Advertise
© 2022 TMhome.com
Transcendental Meditation: Benefits, News, & More > Blog > Benefits > Study on alcoholism treatment and Meditation
Benefits

Study on alcoholism treatment and Meditation

Prixal
Last updated: 2022/11/29 at 3:43 PM
Prixal
Share
6 Min Read
SHARE

Find out how Meditation can Improve your Life

LEARN MORE

Alcoholism is a serious problem in our society. It affects millions of people and causes many problems for those who suffer from it. But there are things you can do to help yourself stay sober. One of these is transcendental meditation.

One study found that participants who practiced TM could reduce their alcohol intake by nearly 50 percent after three months. The researchers believe that the practice helped them gain insight into why they drank and how much they needed to drink to feel satisfied.

You’ll Be More Productive

If you’re an alcoholic, you probably know how difficult it is to stop using alcohol. But there’s another reason you should consider trying transcendental meditation as part of your recovery program. Research shows that TM helps people quit drinking.

The technique has been shown to help people overcome addictions to drugs, cigarettes, and alcohol. In fact, studies show that people who practice transcendental meditation while undergoing treatment for substance abuse are less likely to relapse than those who receive standard care alone.

You’ll Have Better Sleep

Studies show that practicing TM regularly can improve sleep quality and quantity. This means that you’ll wake up feeling refreshed and ready to take on the day.

Besides improving sleep, TM has been shown to reduce stress levels and anxiety. The technique helps people focus on the present moment without being distracted by thoughts of the past or future. That means you’re less likely to get caught up in negative emotions and behaviors.

You’ll Feel Happier

Research shows that people who meditate felt happier, more productive, and better able to focus on work. They’re less likely to suffer from stress, anxiety, and depression. And they’re more likely to make healthier choices when faced with temptation.

The benefits of meditation go beyond mental health. A study published in the journal Alcoholism: Clinical and Experimental Research found that people who practiced transcendental meditation were less likely to become alcoholics than those who didn’t practice meditation. Researchers believe that meditation helps reduce cravings for alcohol because it reduces negative emotions, such as anger and frustration.

You’ll Reduce Stress

If you’ve ever tried to stop drinking alcohol, you probably know how difficult it can be. It’s not easy to give up something that gives you pleasure, even if it’s harmful to yourself. But transcendental meditation can help you overcome those challenges.

The practice of transcendental meditation has been around since ancient times. In fact, it’s one of the oldest forms of meditation practiced today. It involves focusing on a mantra (a word or phrase repeated silently) while sitting comfortably with your back straight. Eventually, you reach a state of deep relaxation where you feel completely calm and at peace.

You’ll Have Less Anxiety

Transcendental meditation helps you relax by focusing your attention inwardly. This allows you to focus on what’s happening inside your mind rather than outside it. As a result, you’re less likely to worry about things that aren’t under your control.

Besides reducing stress levels, practicing TM can help you manage your emotions better, which is especially important if you have a history of depression or anxiety. The researchers believe that the practice helped them gain insight into why they drank and how much they needed to drink to feel satisfied.

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29471923/
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3087968/

Effectiveness of broad spectrum approaches to relapse prevention in severe alcoholism: A long-term, randomized, controlled trial of Transcendental Meditation, EMG biofeedback and electronic Neurotherapy

Authors:  Taub, Edward; Steiner, Solomon S.; Weingarten, Eric; Walton, Kenneth G.

Published:  Alcoholism Treatment Quarterly, Vol 11(1-2), 1994, 187-220

Methods: Severe, chronic, highly transient alcoholics treated at Rehabilitation Center for Alcoholics and District of Columbia Veterans home, residential facility were randomly assigned to groups receiving Transcendental Meditation (TM), EMG biofeedback (BF) or electronic neurotherapy (NT) combined with routine AA and counselling and control group receiving only the routine therapy (RT). Intensive follow-up procedures were used and information on alcohol consumption and other parameters (Social History Questionnaire and its follow-up, Profile of Mood States and Beta Intelligence Test) was collected over 18-month period.

Results:  6,12 and 18 months after leaving the treatment facility, Transcendental Meditation and BF groups exhibited significantly higher percentage of non-drinking days that routine therapy and neurotherapy groups. 65% of TM group and 55% of BF group reported complete abstinence 18 months following departure from treatment centre, compared to 25% of routine therapy and 28% of neurotherapy group. Subjects improved on subscales of Profile of Mood States in Transcendental Meditation group (5 out of 6 subscales) and BF group (2 our of 6 subscales), but not in routine therapy or neurotherapy group. The results suggest the usefulness of Transcendental Meditation and EMG biofeedback in  alcohol  relapse prevention.

research on alcoholism treatment and transcendental meditationSee other recent scientific research articles on Transcendental Meditation!

Click here to learn how Meditation can Reduce Stress and Improve your Life

Find out how Meditation can Improve your Life

LEARN MORE

You Might Also Like

Author Pat Barrett talks about the inspiration behind his book ‘A Readable Yoga’

Meditating regularly can relieve multiple sclerosis symptoms

Meditation heals PTSD, the invisible wounds of war

INFOGRAPHIC: Transcendental Meditation makes you smarter, younger, live longer

TAGGED: alcohol abuse, catecholamine, meditation research, overcoming addiction, scientific articles
Prixal May 17, 2022
Share this Article
Facebook Twitter Copy Link Print
Share
Previous Article meditation at high school connecticut_2 TM chills out a high school in Connecticut
Next Article tm video meditation_animation Animation: What is Transcendental Meditation?

Search

banner
FIND OUT HOW MEDITATION CAN CHANGE YOUR LIFE
LEARN MORE

Latest News

Author Pat Barrett talks about the inspiration behind his book ‘A Readable Yoga’
Books & Videos January 11, 2023
lilian darr memoir hippie meditation ft
Lilian Darr’s autobiography Memoirs of a 90-year-old hippie
Books & Videos November 3, 2022
chelsea mccooey tm meditation vancouver canada
Chelsea McCooey, meditation teacher from Vancouver, Canada
People November 3, 2022
tm meditation in one word transcendental
VIDEO: How Transcendental Meditation makes me feel in one word
Books & Videos November 2, 2022
Meditating regularly can relieve multiple sclerosis symptoms
Benefits November 2, 2022

Stay Connected

686k Followers Like
85k Followers Follow
2k Followers Pin
155k Followers Follow
127k Subscribers Subscribe
//

Bringing health, happiness, and well-being to society

Privacy Policy

Contact Us

Quick Links

  • Home
  • Benefits
  • People
  • News
  • Books & Videos
  • Learn Meditation

Top Categories

  • Meditation Research
  • Videos on TM
  • Testimonials
  • Interviews
  • Benefits of TM

Sign Up for Our Newsletter

© 2022 TMhome.com

Removed from reading list

Undo
Welcome Back!

Sign in to your account

Lost your password?