Abstract:
Addiction is chronic, relapsing problem which is characterized by compulsive intake of drug in such amount that affects the overall wellbeing of patients despite of its harmful consequences. The problem of addiction is widespread in India. The situation is critical in Punjab -nearly 75% of its youth are severely addicted to drugs i.e. 3 out of every children. Drug consumption in Punjab is three times the national average. A Govt. survey (2015) reported Drug epidemic in Punjab, though is one of the most developed states of the country.
A comprehensive review showed that Rajyoga meditator deepens the understanding, compassion and empathy in the self towards the life with Spiritual perception and realization to deal with any kind of situation. Rajyoga meditation has a profound impact in overcoming unconscious anxieties, fears, mental stresses etc. achieving control over mind. It helps to get rid of dependence on tobacco, smoking, alcohol and drugs by recharging mental energies into blissful directions. In another study, Rajyoga meditation conducted in pre-operative patients helped in relieving the anxiety of open heart surgery.
Aim: The study aimed for holistic healing with Rajyoga Meditation of addicted patients admitted in de-addiction centres.
Methods: A quasi experimental study with non probability convenient sampling technique was used with sample size 60. Sample was patients in selected de-addiction centers of Punjab. Rajyoga meditation training was introduced for 07 days by lectures, models, Charts, audios (meditation music) & commentaries. Effectiveness was assessed by Standardized Singh &Gupta (2001) Well-being scale.
Results: In experimental group difference between pretest (148.47±15.589 and post test (178.20± 18.983) well-being status was statistically significant at 0.05 levels.
Conclusion: The study concluded a significant difference between pre interventional and post interventional well-being status in experimental group. Therefore, it was found that Rajyoga meditation was effective in improving overall wellbeing status in experimental subjects.