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@article{191970,
        author = {Dr. Surender Kumar Arya and Sunu Khadkar and S Kalaivani Balasubramaniyan and Ashruti Srivastava},
        title = {Neurocognitive and Psychological Effects of OM Chanting in Alzheimer’s Disease: A Systematic Investigation},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2026},
        volume = {12},
        number = {8},
        pages = {8689-8705},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=191970},
        abstract = {Among the principal findings of this study, the theta/beta ratio improved by 85.4%, indicating enhancement in relaxation and emotional regulation. Alzheimer’s Disease affects over 55 million individuals globally, leading to memory loss and disruption of identity. Currently available pharmacological treatments provide limited symptomatic relief, highlighting the potential need for additional therapeutic strategies. This study systematically investigates the neurocognitive and psychological effects of OM chanting, an ancient meditative practice, in a cohort of 120 participants in Bangalore, India, including 25 individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer’s Disease. The study did not include a control or sham group; therefore, the findings should be interpreted with caution regarding causal relationships. Electroencephalography (EEG) was used to assess changes in brainwave activity following daily OM chanting sessions of 15-20 minutes over four weeks. Results indicated neurophysiological changes, including a 34.2% increase in alpha wave activity. Alzheimer’s patients demonstrated reductions in agitation and anxiety, and caregivers reported intermittent improvements in clarity and presence. Additional observations across occupational groups included reductions in stress and reported improvements in focus and patience among corporate professionals, students, and homemakers. These findings are preliminary and should be considered exploratory regarding the role of meditative practices in dementia care. The absence of a control group suggests that confirmation through randomized controlled trials is warranted. These results indicate that integrating traditional meditative practices with contemporary neuroscientific approaches may provide accessible, non-pharmacological support for individuals with neurodegenerative disorders. In clinical practice, OM chanting could potentially be included in dementia care routines by instructing caregivers or facilitators to lead these sessions and incorporate them in daily activities, such as exercise or cognitive therapy. Incorporating OM chanting into multidisciplinary care plans may provide a holistic approach by enhancing emotional wellbeing and cognitive function, thereby complementing pharmacological treatments. Implementation could be achieved through workshops, training sessions, or integration into community health programs.},
        keywords = {Alzheimer’s Disease, Brainwave patterns, Cognitive enhancement, EEG, Fourier transform, Neurophysiology, OM chanting, Meditation therapy, Neurodegenerative disorders, Psychological wellbeing},
        month = {January},
        }