This randomized controlled trial evaluates telerehabilitation's effectiveness in stress reduction among urban young adults, suggesting promising mental health benefits.
Key Points
The study aims to assess the effectiveness of telerehabilitation-based positive psychological interventions for reducing stress among urban residents.
Conducted a randomized controlled trial with 406 participants aged 21-35 in Chennai.
Participants assigned to either telerehabilitation PPI or Benson Relaxation Technique control group.
Implemented sessions of 1.5 hours, three days a week, over 12 weeks.
Evaluated outcomes using the Perceived Stress Scale (PSS-10) and salivary cortisol levels.
Both experimental and control groups showed significant reductions in stress levels.
Salivary cortisol biomarkers indicated improved psychological well-being in participants.
Telerehabilitation demonstrated efficacy as a scalable mental health intervention for urban populations.