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 ...

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 ...

Sleep paralysis - a condition thought to explain a number of mysterious experiences including alleged cases of alien abduction and demonic night-time visits - could be treated using a technique of ...

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 ...

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 ...

How Does Systematic Desensitization Therapy Work? ‌Systematic desensitization therapy has three main steps. First, you’ll learn ways to relax your muscles. Next, you’ll make a list of your fears and ...

Natural techniques like deep breathing, meditation, proper sleep, light exercise and positive self-talk can help reduce exam anxiety and improve focus. TheHealthSite.com ...

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 ...

Even though it’s summer, it’s not easy for students to unwind. Many of us are taking summer classes, completing internships and participating in extracurricular activities, which makes it harder for ...