Establishing key components of yoga interventions for reducing depression and anxiety, and improving well-being: a Delphi method study

Table 2 Relative importance of components of yoga practice for reducing depression or anxiety

	General consensuson being very important or essential
Component of yoga practice	for reducing depression	for reducing anxiety
Breath regulation	Yes	Yes
Postures	Yes	No*
Relaxation	No	Yes
Meditation	No	Yes

*Note: there was general consensus that postures were a somewhat or very important, but less essential component for reducing anxiety.