Mar 19, 2024  
2016-2017 Graduate Catalog (revised) 
    
2016-2017 Graduate Catalog (revised) [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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CAT 692 - Yoga Therapy Principles and Applications


Introduction to the principles and practice of meditation and yoga techniques for clinical practice. The course will be an experiential presentation of meditation, breathing techniques (pranayama), ethical principles (yamas & niyamas) and postures (asana) that benefit common mental health problems. Students will gain an understanding of how meditation and yoga enhance neuro-plasticity and effect the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems to support improved mental health symptoms.

Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: Basic understanding of yoga; recommend prior or concurrent enrollment in CAT 691

Credits: 3



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