College Students’ Perspectives on Yoga for Mental and Physical Health

Abstract

College students are a high-stress population given adjustment to major life changes and new responsibilities of adulthood and independence. Many suffer from physical and mental health issues due to stress, anxiety, and academic pressures they encounter in daily life. Since evidence-based research utilizing yoga practices has positively impacted college students, this study explores attitudes and perceptions toward these practices. This survey study aimed to assess the knowledge of college students about yoga practices and openness toward research.