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Studies that examine the effects of Transcendental

Research gap analysis derived from 3 psychology papers in our local library.

The gap

There is a need for studies that examine the effects of Transcendental Meditation on cognitive and psychological well-being. Prior studies have shown that meditation can improve cognitive performance and psychological well-being, but more r

Evidence profile

Sourced from the abstract and stated research gap and future-work section of the source papers, classified as general, drawn from work published between 2025 and 2026, spanning 3 journals.

Research trend

Established — well-defined area with open sub-problems.

Supporting evidence — 4 representative gaps

Investigating the Efficacy of an Integrative Positive Psychology Intervention (PPI) in Indian College Students: An Eclectic Approach Combining Mindfulness meditation, Guided Imagery, and Gratitude Journaling (2025) · Journal of College Student Mental Health · doi
The findings from the study offer valuable insights into the implications and complexities of combined mindfulness meditation, guided imagery, and gratitude journaling interventions, underscoring the need for further investigation into tailored, holistic, and sustainable approaches to support the mental well-being of college students.
generalabstractevidence 5/5
Keywords: offer valuable insights implications complexities combined mindfulness meditation guided imagery gratitude journaling interventions underscoring need
Transcendental Meditation as a Modulator of Cognitive and Psychological Well-Being (2026) · MAEDICA – a Journal of Clinical Medicine · doi
There is a need for studies that examine the effects of Transcendental Meditation on cognitive and psychological well-being. Prior studies have shown that meditation can improve cognitive performance and psychological well-being, but more research is needed to fully understand the effects of Transcendental Meditation.
generalstated research gapevidence 4/5
Keywords: there need studies examine effects transcendental meditation cognitive
Transcendental Meditation as a Modulator of Cognitive and Psychological Well-Being (2026) · MAEDICA – a Journal of Clinical Medicine · doi
Future studies should examine the long-term effects of Transcendental Meditation on cognitive and psychological well-being. The effects of Transcendental Meditation on different populations, such as children and older adults, should be studied. The mechanisms by which Transcendental Meditation improves cognitive performance and psychological well-being should be investigated.
generalfuture-work sectionevidence 4/5
Keywords: future studies examine long-term effects transcendental meditation cognitive
Mental Health, Well-Being, and Meditative Development: A Phenomenological Study of Advanced Meditators (2026) · Mindfulness · doi
There is a lack of research on the effects of advanced meditation on mental health. The study of advanced meditation represents a new wave of research, exploring the positive and challenging states that arise with sustained practice. More research is needed to fully understand the benefits and limitations of advanced meditation.
generalstated research gapevidence 4/5
Keywords: there lack research effects advanced meditation mental health

Questions about this gap

There is a need for studies that examine the effects of Transcendental Meditation on cognitive and psychological well-being. Prior studies have shown that meditation can improve co… This is supported by 4 representative gap statements extracted from 3 papers, rated weak evidence.

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