When I first started my clinical training as a psychologist, some of the first techniques I learned were relaxation exercises. These are concrete, specific behaviors that clients can use to reduce the ...

Relaxation techniques may help lower high blood pressure—at least in the short term—but the longer term effects are unclear, finds a pooled data analysis of the existing research published in the open ...

Relaxation techniques may help lower high blood pressure-at least in the short term-but the longer term effects are unclear, finds a pooled data analysis of the existing research published in the open ...

Scroll down for a transcription of this episode. Want to destress your mind? Start with your body. Progressive Muscle Relaxation is a practice where you methodically tense and release your muscles to ...

Davis, M., Eshelman, E.R., and McKay, M. (2008). The Relaxation and Stress Reduction Workshop. New Harbinger Productions, Inc., Oakland, CA. This workbook provides ...

We’ve always known that downtime is important to reduce job stress and recharge your batteries so you’re on top of your game at work. Now neuroscientists have gotten in on the act with a new study in ...

Deep breathing techniques can help calm anxiety, slow your heart rate, and relax the mind. Here are simple breathing ...

Good evening. You have just arrived home. You have spent 8 hours working hard, branched at the stores for some groceries, and spent another hour in the traffic. After you shut the door, you strip ...

Extreme weather events, like the devastating floods in eastern Kentucky, sick friends and family members, isolation at home – these and other factors can cause anxiety and stress for children. As the ...