Am J Psychiatry October 2018 PMID 29921143

Individual Treatment of Posttraumatic Stress Disorder Using Mantram Repetition: A Randomized Clinical Trial.

Jill E Bormann, Steven R Thorp, Eric Smith, Mark Glickman, Danielle Beck, Dorothy Plumb, Shibei Zhao, Princess E Ackland, Carie S Rodgers, Pia Heppner, Lawrence R Herz, A Rani Elwy

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These discussions clearly show strong support and personal interest, with examples like a user mentioning they've practiced mantram daily for 10 years, and comments emphasizing the technique's potential to improve sleep and reduce PTSD symptoms. The tone ranges from supportive to inquisitive, using phrases like 'study showed significant improvements' and 'more studies needed,' highlighting both admiration and a desire for further validation.

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Most discussions highlight the positive findings of the study, emphasizing that mantram repetition effectively reduces PTSD symptoms, indicating strong support.

InterestHigh interest

Participants show high enthusiasm and curiosity about the topic, referencing personal experiences and calling for further research.

EngagementModerate engagement

While many posts actively discuss the methods and implications, some are straightforward retweets or brief mentions, indicating mostly moderate engagement.

ImpactHigh impact

The posts reflect a recognition of the research's significance, with comments about potential benefits for veterans and calls for more studies, suggesting a high perceived impact.

Abstract in brief

The study examined whether individual mantram repetition therapy, a non-trauma-focused technique involving silent repetition of sacred words, is effective in reducing PTSD symptoms in veterans, compared to present-centered therapy.
Results showed that veterans in the mantram group experienced significantly greater reductions in PTSD severity both immediately after treatment and at the 2-month follow-up, with more participants in this group no longer meeting PTSD criteria.
The study suggests that mantram repetition may be a beneficial nontrauma-focused treatment option for PTSD, improving symptoms like intrusive thoughts and emotional distress, and it was well-received by participants.

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Effective PTSD Treatment with Mantram Repetition in Veterans

Jill E Bormann PhD RN discusses her article on individual mantram repetition therapy, a non-trauma-focused technique that reduces PTSD symptoms in veterans, showing significant improvements in severity and emotional…

PsychiatryOnline · Mar 3, 2020 596 views

Treating PTSD with Mantram Repetition: Clinical Insights and Outcomes

American Journal of Psychiatry Deputy Editor Daniel S Pine discusses a study on using silent sacred word repetition to reduce PTSD symptoms effectively, showing significant improvements in veterans and potential as a…

PsychiatryOnline · Mar 3, 2020 216 views

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