RETRACTED ARTICLE: A Review on Meditation: History, Transcendental Dimensions and Application in Psychology and Psychotherapy
Journal of Contemporary Psychotherapy February 6, 2025 E. Christopoulou, V. Pavlopoulos 2 citations
Meditation has prehistoric roots and historical continuity, originating in Indian philosophy and traversing various philosophical and religious systems worldwide before acquiring a secular dimension in psychology and psychotherapy. The article critically reflects on the study and application of meditation in these fields, noting that necessary and sufficient criteria for defining meditation have not been adequately established, and ambiguity persists regarding its history and origins. The intersection of scientificity and transcendence opens a holistic perspective.