Relaxation Techniques for Trauma.
Study Goal
The researchers aimed to explore whether mindfulness and other relaxation techniques could complement traditional therapies in reducing physiological symptoms of PTSD.
Results Summary
The study suggests that mindfulness, deep breathing, yoga, and meditation may help lessen physiological manifestations of PTSD, particularly for individuals averse to or unsuccessful with traditional therapies. Future research is needed to provide empirical evidence supporting these interventions.
Population
Individuals with PTSD experiencing physiological symptoms such as hyperarousal, irritability, and sleep disturbances.
Effective Dosage
Not specified
Duration
Not specified
Interactions
None mentioned
| Intervention | Direction | Endpoint | Population | Dosage | Impact | Claim # |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
mindfulness | decrease | physiological manifestations of prolonged stress | - | - | help address | #1 |
deep breathing | decrease | physiological manifestations of prolonged stress | - | - | help address | #2 |
yoga | decrease | physiological manifestations of prolonged stress | - | - | help address | #3 |
meditation | decrease | physiological manifestations of prolonged stress | - | - | help address | #4 |
these alternative interventions | decrease | physiological manifestations of PTSD | those who are averse to the traditional evidence-based practices or for those who have tried traditional therapies without success | - | assist in lessening | #5 |
Physiological symptoms of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) manifest as increased arousal and reactivity seen as anger outburst, irritability, reckless behavior with no concern for consequences, hypervigilance, sleep disturbance, and problems with focus (American Psychiatric Association, 2013 ). In seeking the most beneficial treatment for PTSD, consideration must be given to the anxiety response. Relaxation techniques are shown to help address the physiological manifestations of prolonged stress. The techniques addressed by the authors in this article include mindfulness, deep breathing, yoga, and meditation. By utilizing these techniques traditional therapies can be complemented. In addition, those who are averse to the traditional evidence-based practices or for those who have tried traditional therapies without success; these alternative interventions may assist in lessening physiological manifestations of PTSD. Future research studies assessing the benefits of these treatment modalities are warranted to provide empirical evidence to support the efficacy of these treatments.