Did you know that the anxieties and stress of modern society aren’t just affecting adults? Today, children are facing unprecedented levels of pressure, leading to rising issues with social anxiety, aggression, and physical stress.
At Santa Clara Meditation, we know firsthand how powerfully Mind Subtraction can clear away these heavy burdens. But don’t just take our word for itβthe global medical and scientific community is taking notice!
Today, we are thrilled to share that a groundbreaking study on the effects of Ma-eum Su-ryun (Mind Subtraction) meditation on elementary school children has been published in one of the worldβs top medical journals. Let’s dive into the fascinating science behind the calm! β¨
π Global Recognition in the Journal of Pediatric Nursing
A comprehensive research paper by the research team of the Academic Society for Human Completion was recently published in the Journal of Pediatric Nursing (JPN).
Published bimonthly by Elsevier, a premier global publisher of authoritative academic journals, JPN is the official journal of both the Society of Pediatric Nurses (SPN) and the Pediatric Endocrinology Nursing Society (PENS) in the United States. It is a highly respected platform featuring the absolute latest research in pediatric healthcare.
π The Study: Mind Subtraction in the Classroom
The published paper is titled: “The Effects of Mind Subtraction Meditation on Depression, Social Anxiety, Aggression, and Salivary Cortisol Levels of Elementary School Children in South Korea” (JPN Volume 31).
The research was a collaborative effort by top professors and educators, including:
- Professor Yoo Yang-kyung (Kunsan National University)
- Professor Lee Deok-ju (KAIST)
- Professor Lee In-soo (Korea National University of Transportation)
- Professor Shin Na-min (Dongguk University)
- Professor Yun Mi-ra (Chung-Ang University)
- Professor Boas Yu (Holy Family University, USA)
- Teacher Park Ju-yeon (Daejeon Gyesan Elementary School)
Here is how the study worked:
Fifth-grade elementary school students were provided with a Ma-eum Su-ryun (Mind Subtraction) meditation program for just 30 minutes, 4 times a week, over an 8-week period. This was seamlessly integrated into their morning self-study time, maintaining the school’s regular academic schedule.
π The Remarkable Results: Lowering Cortisol
The clinical results were astonishing. In just 8 weeks of brief morning meditation, the researchers found that:
- Social anxiety significantly decreased.
- Aggression scores significantly dropped.
- Salivary Cortisol Levelsβthe body’s primary stress hormoneβwere significantly lowered.
This data offers profound implications. At a time when adolescent anxiety and aggression are emerging as major crises in the educational field, this study presents a concrete, highly effective, and scientifically validated alternative for a school-based youth mental health program.
π« Healing the Next Generation
The authors of the paper stated that this study was planned based on the heartbreaking awareness that children today are not receiving appropriate care despite facing extreme stress caused by global political and social turmoil.
They empirically verified that Mind Subtraction meditation is an effective intervention for the healing and improvement of children’s mental health. Furthermore, the researchers propose that customized meditation programs should be actively developed for schools, alongside the training of expert meditation instructors.
If you are a parent looking to help your child lower their stress and find genuine inner peace, or an educator seeking proven methods to help your students thrive, we invite you to explore the programs available at Santa Clara Meditation. A healthy mind is the greatest gift we can give the next generation! πΏ
