PSYC307 Cognitive Psychology: Research Awareness Program Assignment

This assignment analyzes a research article from the journal Cognitive Psychology focusing on the impact of Mantram repetition on sleep quality and stress reduction. The study aimed to investigate how meditation-based strategies could improve sleep and reduce stress among adults, highlighting the potential benefits of techniques like Mantram repetition and sleep techniques. The methodology involved a quasi-experimental design with a self-reported questionnaire administered to 35 individuals, comparing a Mantram repetition group and a sleep technique group using quantitative methods. Findings indicated that Mantram repetition was more effective than sleep techniques in promoting internal peace and reducing stress, suggesting that consistent practice over five weeks could help individuals manage stress non-pharmacologically. The evaluation emphasizes the importance of proper sleep and Mantram repetition for managing stress and fostering a sense of control over one's body and mind, leading to better handling of adverse situations. This document provides a comprehensive overview of the study's aim, methods, results, and implications within the field of cognitive psychology.

Research Awareness Program
Research Reading Task (2.5%)
Unit Code PSYC307
Unit Name Cognitive Psychology
Student Name
Student ID
You are to choose a research article from the following journal: Cognitive Psychology
After reading the journal article complete the tasks below.
Full marks will be awarded for students that have accurately and clearly addressed all questions.
Please note: Submissions that are in violation of academic Integrity (e.g., plagiarism, collusion,
recycling etc) will receive a mark of 0 and the student will be reported for academic misconduct (for
more information, please refer to the Academic Integrity and Referencing information on the
Academic Skills Unit site on LEO).
APA reference of
the journal article
chosen.
Bormann JE (2012) Mantram repetition for relaxation. http://
jillbormann.com/index.html
Bormann JE, Thorp S, Wetherell JL, Golshan S (2008) A spiritually
based group intervention for combat veterans with posttraumatic
stress disorder. J Holist Nurs 26: 109-116.
What was the aim of the study? (50-100 words)
To study about the impact of meditation based strategy on improving sleep quality and reduce
stress among adult people.
In this article, there is discussion about ways through which there are less possibilities of problems
related with stress and sleeplessness. As there are many people who are suffering from health
issues, so with the help of this study, it will be clear that people will get more health benefits. There
must be use of strategies such as meditation, Mantram repetition, sleep techniques, etc. with the
help of problems in sleep can be reduced. Due to stress, there is many other problems which arise
on their health.
What was the methodology used in the study? (50-100 words)
In order to conduct this investigation, there must be use of quality index which is considered under
quasi- experiment is used. There is use of self reported questionnaire through which information
will be conducted by 35 individuals. There are two prospects which are studied i.e. Mantram
repetition group
and sleep technique group. So for both the factors information is collected through quantitative
methods with use of covariance and standard deviation. With use of quantitative methodology,

information is relevant and specific makes data authentic and appropriate.
What were the findings of the study? (50-100 words)
With complete discussion, in this article, it is clear that Mantram repetition is better than sleep
technique because under it there is internal peace to individuals through which they can control
their body and mind. This reduces possibilities of stress as well. Other finding shows that with
understanding proper psychological aspects there will improvement in quality of life. When there is
repetition of Mantram in five weeks then individuals can deal with their stress problem with non
Pharmacological ways. There are many individuals who are suffering from stress and non
sleeplessness such as improper working performance, other health issues, etc. due to which they
are not able to represent themselves properly.
Provide your evaluation of the study (50-100 words)
From the above information, it is clear that there is requirement of proper sleep and Chanting of
Mantram through which individuals are able to understand changes in proper and effective manner.
If there is proper knowledge about Manatram, then it is easy for individuals to control and manage
their body and soul. Hence when there is peace in mind, then it is easy to deal with adverse
situations which cause stress.