“The following table summarizes key peer-reviewed research findings regarding the impact of coherence-creating groups on macroeconomic and social indicators. These studies utilize standard government-reported data and rigorous statistical analysis to verify the ‘Field Effect’ on a population level.”
| Economic/Social Variable | Measured Impact | Scientific Source |
|---|---|---|
| The “Misery Index” (Inflation & Unemployment) | Statistically significant simultaneous reduction in US and Canadian misery indices. | Proceedings of the American Statistical Association, Business and Economics Statistics Section (Cavanaugh & King). |
| National Competitive Advantage | Broad-based improvement in 200+ economic and social variables (IMD Index). | Journal of Social Behavior and Personality (Hatchard et al.). |
| Public Sector Costs (Merseyside, UK) | Estimated 13.4% reduction in crime; public saving of ~$5,000 for every $1 invested. | Psychology, Crime & Law (Hatchard). |
| Investor Confidence (Stock Market) | Positive trends and increased stability in the S&P 500 and world indices during coherence assemblies. | Journal of Modern Science and Vedic Science (Orme-Johnson et al.). |
| Quality of Life Index | Improvement in a weighted index of 11 social indicators including crime, mortality, and GDP. | Journal of Conflict Resolution (Davies & Alexander). |