Paper 117 Electrophysiological Characteristics during the Transcendental Meditation Program and Napping: a Pilot Study
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Significantly more restful wakefulness was seen during the TM technique as compared to napping (p < .001) and significantly more sleep during napping than during TM (p < .001 ). Furthermore, significantly more high amplitude alpha activity was recorded during TM (p < .05). The findings clearly distinguish Transcendental Meditation from ordinary napping or rest and indicate that the TM technique gives rise to a unique physiological state characterized by restful alertness.
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