Effect of Smaran Shakti Vikasak Kriya Intervention on Subjective Memory Satisfaction among College Students

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.21275073

Indu Sharma¹, Khushbu Jain², Kajal Tyagi³, and Kashinath Samagandi⁴
(Department of Yoga Education, Morarji Desai National Institute of Yoga, New Delhi¹, Department of Biochemistry, Morarji Desai National Institute of Yoga, New Delhi², and Morarji Desai National Institute of Yoga, New Delhi^3,4)

Several studies have reported improvements in cognitive abilities with memory, training and alternative therapeutic methods conducted separately. However, evidence related to specific yoga procedures like Smaran Shakti Vikasak Kriya (SSVK) remains limited. The present study aimed to investigate the effects of Smaran shakti vikasak kriya (SSVK) on subjective memory satisfaction of college-going students. The study was conducted with 26 college students aged 17-25 years, one month before their exams. Memory satisfaction scores were tested using the Multifactorial Memory Questionnaire Satisfaction Scale (MMQ-S) (Troyer & Rich, 2002). Participants filled the questionnaire at pre-intervention time and after 30 days of administration of SSVK. Statistical analysis was performed to compare pre- and post-intervention scores. A change in MMQ-S scores was observed with the 30-day SSVK intervention. The mean score decreased from 50.31 ± 10.08 at baseline to 46.08 ± 7.59 post-intervention. This change may reflect enhanced self-awareness of memory function rather than a reduction in actual cognitive ability, possibly influenced by increased introspective awareness during the intervention period. SSVK appears to influence how students appraise their own memory rather than directly improving perceived satisfaction. SSVK can be suggested as a simple, cost-effective tool for student well-being. Further randomized controlled studies with larger sample sizes may be conducted.