Teens try online meditation to tame internet habits

NCT ID NCT07587372

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: Tilburg University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested whether a 6-week online Sahaja Yoga meditation program could help teenagers aged 12-18 reduce problematic internet use and improve their mental well-being. 204 participants were randomly assigned to either the meditation group or a waitlist. The meditation sessions were guided online four times per week. Researchers measured changes in internet use, well-being, self-esteem, and distress using questionnaires before and after the program.

What this could mean

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Active substance: Sahaja Yoga meditation program (online, behavioral intervention)
What this could lead to: If it works, this could offer a simple, low-cost way to help teens reduce excessive internet use and feel better mentally.
What could go wrong: This is a small, completed trial with 204 participants. Results may not apply to all teens, and the meditation program requires commitment to four sessions per week.

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MENTAL WELLBEING PROBLEMATIC INTERNET USE

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Sahaja Yoga Meditation Virginia

Chantilly, Virginia, 20151, United States

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