Prevalence of meditation-related adverse effects in a population-based sample in the United States.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

Meditation practice and meditation-based psychotherapies have become increasingly popular. Although psychological benefits associated with meditation are well-documented, potential risks are unclear.

Method

We conducted a population-based survey to evaluate the occurrence of a broad range of meditation-related adverse effects (MRAE).

Results

Nine hundred and fifty three participants completed our screening survey, 470 endorsed lifetime exposure to meditation practice, and 434 completed a follow-up survey assessing MRAE (92.3% response rate). A higher proportion than hypothesized reported occurrence of MRAE (general item = 32.3%, 1+ specific item = 50.0%) and MRAE duration ≥1 month (10.4%). Anxiety, traumatic re-experiencing, and emotional sensitivity were th

SUBMITTER: Goldberg SB 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8636531 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature