Abstract

We thank Dr Schneider1 for his positive comments and for raising important issues on our recent scientific statement. We highlight that when our conclusions differ it is a result of variances in perspective and not from any bias against transcendental meditation (TM). The writing group had spirited discussions on the level of evidence (LOE) and class of recommendation for each modality. Reaching consensus is often not as simple as following the exact wording of the writing-group guidance table.2 We did indeed review 11 randomized controlled trials and 3 meta-analyses, while acknowledging some limitations of the AHRQ (Agency for Healthcare Research & Quality) report,3 before conferring on …

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