Moss (2012)
Quality Index (Adjusted QI) 0.702
0 Low < 0.56 Moderate 0.56–0.77 High ≥ 0.78 1
Study Details
ConditionMemory loss + anxiety
Clinical domainCognition & Neurodegeneration
PopulationPatients with memory loss and anxiety
Sample sizen = 15
Country / SettingUSA - clinical memory center
Protocol clusterKirtan Kriya (12-min)
Duration8 weeks, 12 min/day Kirtan Kriya
Control type—
ComparatorN/A - No control group
Outcomes & Effect Sizes
Primary outcomeMood/Depression + Cognition
Scales usedMMSE; anxiety scales; spirituality measures
Key resultMood improved; anxiety decreased; perceived spirituality increased
Effect sized = 0.65 (mood); small-moderate
ES value0.65 (d)
Retention93% (14/15 completed)
SafetyNo adverse events; well-tolerated
Methodological Summary
Pre-post design; small sample; no control group
KY Protocol Components
Kirtan Kriya: 12-minute singing meditation using mantra "Sa-Ta-Na-Ma" with finger movements (thumb touches index, middle, ring, pinky sequentially). Structure: 2 min aloud → 2 min whisper → 4 min silent → 2 min whisper → 2 min aloud. STUDY-SPECIFIC: Memory and anxiety outcomes in older adults; cognitive enhancement focus.
Quality Item Scores — 1 fail · 2 partial · 3 pass · ★ critical
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Critical fails2
Raw QI0.714
SAF0.983
Adjusted QI0.702
Final ratingLow