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ReviewCurrent psychiatry reports2026

Integrating Yoga and Mindfulness in the Management of Internet Gaming Disorder: A Narrative Review of Current Evidence and Future Directions.

Ojas Shokeen, Anika Magan

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Review in Current psychiatry reports, 2026. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Not yet cited in PubMed.

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Ojas ShokeenDepartment of Applied Psychology, Manav Rachna International Institute of Research and Studies (MRIIRS), Sector-43, Surajkund-Delhi Road, Faridabad, 121004, Haryana, India. ojas093@gmail.com.ORCID https://orcid.org/0009-0005-6771-6059
Anika MaganDepartment of Applied Psychology, Manav Rachna International Institute of Research and Studies (MRIIRS), Sector-43, Surajkund-Delhi Road, Faridabad, 121004, Haryana, India.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0003-4126-6203

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

purpose of reviewDespite Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) remaining the frontline treatment for Internet Gaming Disorder (IGD), the therapeutic potential of yoga and mindfulness-based interventions (YBIs/MBIs) remains incompletely synthesized. This narrative review evaluates their efficacy in reducing IGD symptoms and associated psychosocial outcomes, while identifying underlying therapeutic mechanisms and research gaps. RECENT

findingsAcross the literature, mindfulness meditation consistently outperformed Progressive Muscle Relaxation in reducing IGD severity, supported by neuroimaging evidence of improved prefrontal-striatal connectivity. Mindfulness-Oriented Recovery Enhancement produced durable symptom reductions at three-month follow-up, while integrated yoga modules yielded broad improvements across IGD symptoms, psychological distress, and attentional control in adolescents. YBIs/MBIs demonstrate meaningful potential as adjunctive IGD treatments, particularly when integrated with CBT, with notable cultural adaptability across school and clinical settings. Future research should prioritize multi-site RCTs, standardized outcome batteries, and extended follow-up to establish standalone efficacy.

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Internet Addiction DisorderMindfulnessYogaCognitive Behavioral TherapyHumansBehavioral addictionCognitive behavioral therapyInternet gaming disorderMindfulness-based interventionsNeuroimagingYoga

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