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Very few studies have shown biofeedback to be superior to other relaxation techniques for reducing anxiety. Most studies find biofeedback, such as EMG, GSR, and thermal feedback, to be roughly equivalent to progressive relaxation or meditation for anxiety reduction. This may be because anxiety is more related to attention and cognition than physiology. Several studies directly compared biofeedback to other relaxation techniques and found them to have comparable effects on reducing anxiety. Biofeedback is an effective treatment for anxiety, though it shares mechanisms with other relaxation methods rather than being a unique physiological intervention.
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progressive muscle relaxation (McGuigan & Lehrer, 2007). Guided imagery aids individuals in
connecting their internal and external experiences, allowing them, for example, to feel calmer
externally because they practice thinking about calming imagery. Progressive muscle relaxation
involves diaphragmatic breathing and the tensing and releasing of 16 major muscle groups;
together these behaviors lead individuals to a more relaxed state (Jacobson, 1938; Trakhtenberg,
2008). Guided imagery and progressive muscle relaxation are both cognitive behavioral
techniques (Yalom & Leszcz, 2005) in which individuals focus on the relationship among
thoughts, emotions, and behaviors (White, 2000).
Group psychotherapy effectively promotes positive treatment outcomes in patients in a
cost-effective way. Its efficacy is in part attributable to variables unique to the group experience
of therapy as compared with individual psychotherapy (Bottomley, 1996; Yalom & Leszcz,
2005). That is, the group format helps participants feel accepted and better understand their
common struggles; at the same time, interactions with group members provide social support and
models of positive behavior (Yalom & Leszcz, 2005). Thus, it is useful to examine how stress
reduction and relaxation can be enhanced in a group context.
The purpose of this literature review is to examine the research base on guided imagery
and progressive muscle relaxation in group psychotherapy contexts. I provide overviews of both
guided imagery and progressive muscle relaxation, including theoretical foundations and
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historical context. Then I examine guided imagery and progressive muscle relaxation as used on
their own as well as in combination as part of group psychotherapy (see Baider et al., 1994, for
more). Throughout the review, I highlight themes in the research. Finally, I end by pointing out
limitations in the existing literature and exploring potential directions for future research.
Guided Imagery
Features of Guided Imagery
Guided imagery involves a person visualizing a mental image and engaging each sense
(e.g., sight, smell, touch) in the process. Guided imagery was first examined in a psychological
context in the 1960s, when the behavior theorist Joseph Wolpe helped pioneer the use .
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Guided Imagery and Progressive Muscle Relaxation in Group Psychotherapy
Hannah K. Greenbaum
George Washington University
PSYC 3170: Clinical Psychology
Dr. Tia M. Benedetto
October 1, 2019
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Guided Imagery and Progressive Muscle Relaxation in Group Psychotherapy
A majority of Americans experience stress in their daily lives (American Psychological
Association, 2017). Thus, an important goal of psychological research is to evaluate techniques
that promote stress reduction and relaxation. Two techniques that have been associated with
reduced stress and increased relaxation in psychotherapy contexts are guided imagery and
progressive muscle relaxation (McGuigan & Lehrer, 2007). Guided imagery aids individuals in
connecting their internal and external experiences, allowing them, for example, to feel calmer
externally because they practice thinking about calming imagery. Progressive muscle relaxation
involves diaphragmatic breathing and the tensing and releasing of 16 major muscle groups;
together these behaviors lead individuals to a more relaxed state (Jacobson, 1938; Trakhtenberg,
2008). Guided imagery and progressive muscle relaxation are both cognitive behavioral
techniques (Yalom & Leszcz, 2005) in which individuals focus on the relationship among
thoughts, emotions, and behaviors (White, 2000).
Group psychotherapy effectively promotes positive treatment outcomes in patients in a
cost-effective way. Its efficacy is in part attributable to variables unique to the group experience
of therapy as compared with individual psychotherapy (Bottomley, 1996; Yalom & Leszcz,
2005). That is, the group format helps participants feel accepted and better understand their
common struggles; at the same time, interactions with group members provide social support and
models of positive behavior (Yalom & Leszcz, 2005). Thus, it is useful to examine how stress
reduction and relaxation can be enhanced in a group context.
The purpose of this literature review is to examine the research base on guided imagery
and progressive muscle relaxation in group psychotherapy contexts. I provide overviews of both
guided imagery and progressive muscle relaxation, including theoretical foundations and
3
historical context. Then I examine guided imagery and progressive muscle relaxation as used on
their own as well as in combination as part of group psychotherapy (see Baider et al., 1994, for
more). Throughout the review, I highlight themes in the research. Finally, I end by pointing out
limitations in the existing literature and exploring potential directions for future research.
Guided Imagery
Features of Guided Imagery
Guided imagery involves a person visualizing a mental image and engaging each sense
(e.g., sight, smell, touch) in the process. Guided imagery was first examined in a psychological
context in the 1960s, when the behavior theorist Joseph Wolpe helped pioneer the use ...
1 Guided Imagery and Progressive Muscle Relaxation.docx
1
Guided Imagery and Progressive Muscle Relaxation in Group Psychotherapy
Hannah K. Greenbaum
George Washington University
PSYC 3170: Clinical Psychology
Dr. Tia M. Benedetto
October 1, 2019
2
Guided Imagery and Progressive Muscle Relaxation in Group Psychotherapy
A majority of Americans experience stress in their daily lives (American Psychological
Association, 2017). Thus, an important goal of psychological research is to evaluate techniques
that promote stress reduction and relaxation. Two techniques that have been associated with
reduced stress and increased relaxation in psychotherapy contexts are guided imagery and
progressive muscle relaxation (McGuigan & Lehrer, 2007). Guided imagery aids individuals in
connecting their internal and external experiences, allowing them, for example, to feel calmer
externally because they practice thinking about calming imagery. Progressive muscle relaxation
involves diaphragmatic breathing and the tensing and releasing of 16 major muscle groups;
together these behaviors lead individuals to a more relaxed state (Jacobson, 1938; Trakhtenberg,
2008). Guided imagery and progressive muscle relaxation are both cognitive behavioral
techniques (Yalom & Leszcz, 2005) in which individuals focus on the relationship among
thoughts, emotions, and behaviors (White, 2000).
Group psychotherapy effectively promotes positive treatment outcomes in patients in a
cost-effective way. Its efficacy is in part attributable to variables unique to the group experience
of therapy as compared with individual psychotherapy (Bottomley, 1996; Yalom & Leszcz,
2005). That is, the group format helps participants feel accepted and better understand their
common struggles; at the same time, interactions with group members provide social support and
models of positive behavior (Yalom & Leszcz, 2005). Thus, it is useful to examine how stress
reduction and relaxation can be enhanced in a group context.
The purpose of this literature review is to examine the research base on guided imagery
and progressive muscle relaxation in group psychotherapy contexts. I provide overviews of both
guided imagery and progressive muscle relaxation, including theoretical foundations and
3
historical context. Then I examine guided imagery and progressive muscle relaxation as used on
their own as well as in combination as part of group psychotherapy (see Baider et al., 1994, for
more). Throughout the review, I highlight themes in the research. Finally, I end by pointing out
limitations in the existing literature and exploring potential directions for future research.
Guided Imagery
Features of Guided Imagery
Guided imagery involves a person visualizing a mental image and engaging each sense
(e.g., sight, smell, touch) in the process. Guided imagery was first examined in a psychological
context in the 1960s, when the behavior theorist Joseph Wolpe helped pioneer the use .
1 Guided Imagery and Progressive Muscle Relaxation.docx
1
Guided Imagery and Progressive Muscle Relaxation in Group Psychotherapy
Hannah K. Greenbaum
George Washington University
PSYC 3170: Clinical Psychology
Dr. Tia M. Benedetto
October 1, 2019
2
Guided Imagery and Progressive Muscle Relaxation in Group Psychotherapy
A majority of Americans experience stress in their daily lives (American Psychological
Association, 2017). Thus, an important goal of psychological research is to evaluate techniques
that promote stress reduction and relaxation. Two techniques that have been associated with
reduced stress and increased relaxation in psychotherapy contexts are guided imagery and
progressive muscle relaxation (McGuigan & Lehrer, 2007). Guided imagery aids individuals in
connecting their internal and external experiences, allowing them, for example, to feel calmer
externally because they practice thinking about calming imagery. Progressive muscle relaxation
involves diaphragmatic breathing and the tensing and releasing of 16 major muscle groups;
together these behaviors lead individuals to a more relaxed state (Jacobson, 1938; Trakhtenberg,
2008). Guided imagery and progressive muscle relaxation are both cognitive behavioral
techniques (Yalom & Leszcz, 2005) in which individuals focus on the relationship among
thoughts, emotions, and behaviors (White, 2000).
Group psychotherapy effectively promotes positive treatment outcomes in patients in a
cost-effective way. Its efficacy is in part attributable to variables unique to the group experience
of therapy as compared with individual psychotherapy (Bottomley, 1996; Yalom & Leszcz,
2005). That is, the group format helps participants feel accepted and better understand their
common struggles; at the same time, interactions with group members provide social support and
models of positive behavior (Yalom & Leszcz, 2005). Thus, it is useful to examine how stress
reduction and relaxation can be enhanced in a group context.
The purpose of this literature review is to examine the research base on guided imagery
and progressive muscle relaxation in group psychotherapy contexts. I provide overviews of both
guided imagery and progressive muscle relaxation, including theoretical foundations and
3
historical context. Then I examine guided imagery and progressive muscle relaxation as used on
their own as well as in combination as part of group psychotherapy (see Baider et al., 1994, for
more). Throughout the review, I highlight themes in the research. Finally, I end by pointing out
limitations in the existing literature and exploring potential directions for future research.
Guided Imagery
Features of Guided Imagery
Guided imagery involves a person visualizing a mental image and engaging each sense
(e.g., sight, smell, touch) in the process. Guided imagery was first examined in a psychological
context in the 1960s, when the behavior theorist Joseph Wolpe helped pioneer the use .
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A research study I had done in my Cognition psychology class to look at the reduction of anxiety using yoga and animal assisted therapy and the affects they can have on decision making.
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113CHAPTER IIFirst, to understand how yoga can be a solu
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First, to understand how yoga can be a solution, one must understand how a yoga class, specifically a yin/ restorative class, is implemented. Participants arrive to the space and sit down on their mats. Typically, they are instructed to lay down flat or engage in a supine yin yoga poses to start off the class. This signals the body to relax and sets the atmosphere to lower the body’s stress response. Then they are led in a series of deep breaths. Beginning with a long inhale filling the lungs and expanding the diaphragm, a brief retention of the oxygen, then a slow and steady exhale. This is repeated as many times as is needed, but usually until the instructor can observed physical signs of relaxation such as tension release in the shoulders, limbs and facial muscles. Participants are then led through a sequence of poses, often incorporating props to support the body and modifications for execution with out injury, strain or loss of connection with the breath. Poses are held anywhere from three to five minutes at a time. The instructor continuously cues breathing and often uses the inhale and exhale to get into and out of poses. Once it is nearing the end of the class, the pace slows down even more. This eventually leads to the savasana, mentioned above, which is a seven-minute resting period with the eyes closed. Participants are cued back to an awakened state by a few deep breaths, gentle moving of the fingers and toes, and then brought back to a seated position. This would conclude the yoga practice/ class.
Literature Review
Upon researching this topic, several studies named different causes as factors to reduce stress levels during and after participation in yoga classes. These studies explored levels of stress measured by self-reporting on a questionnaire or a stress/ anxiety assessment tool, measuring heart rate variability (HRV) and measuring cortisol levels in saliva. Above, the components of a yoga practice were highlighted in the class’ implementation, including breathing, physical activity and mindfulness. These components were investigated to find possible correlation with lowered stress levels. This study will investigate the findings in several studies and synthesize ideas and measures that they had in common.
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Increased heart rate and blood pressure are often indicators of stress. When one is in a state of stress, the sympathetic nervous system is activated. This is sometimes referred to as the “fight or flight” response. Heart rate variability (HRV) measures the time between heartbeats and it has been used to examine the differences between the sympathetic (fight or flight) and parasympathetic (rest and digest) nervous system activity. Low frequency (LF), high frequency (HF), LF/HF ratio, normal lower frequency (nLF), normal high frequency (nHF) and nLF/ nHF ratio are all components of measurement for HRV. These and other aspects of cardiac health are often predictors of good/ poor hea ...
113CHAPTER IIFirst, to understand how yoga can be a solu
1
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Literature Review
Upon researching this topic, several studies named different causes as factors to reduce stress levels during and after participation in yoga classes. These studies explored levels of stress measured by self-reporting on a questionnaire or a stress/ anxiety assessment tool, measuring heart rate variability (HRV) and measuring cortisol levels in saliva. Above, the components of a yoga practice were highlighted in the class’ implementation, including breathing, physical activity and mindfulness. These components were investigated to find possible correlation with lowered stress levels. This study will investigate the findings in several studies and synthesize ideas and measures that they had in common.
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- 1. Anxiety Level 4 Efficacy (Efficacious) Very few well-controlled, randomized studies have shown biofeedback to be superior to other relaxation and self-control methods for reducing anxiety. Most show biofeedback (EMG, GSR, thermal, or neurofeedback) to be roughly equivalent to progressive relaxation or meditation. This may be because anxiety is less a disorder of physiology than of attention and cognition, and biofeedback monitors physiological changes. Lehrer, Carr, Sargunaraj, and Woolfolk (1994) evaluated the hypothesis that biofeedback is most effective when applied in the same modality as the disorder (autonomic feedback for ANS disorders, EMG feedback for muscular, etc.). Self-relaxation techniques have in common the process of using conscious intent to calm oneself, and for anxiety reduction it may matter little which modality is used, because the central component is the cognitively-based conscious intent. Two studies showed biofeedback’s efficacy in reducing anxiety without making comparisons with other relaxation techniques. Hurley and Meminger (1992) used frontal EMG biofeedback with 40 subjects trained to criterion and assessed anxiety over time using the State-Trait Anxiety Inventory (STAI). State anxiety improved more than trait anxiety. Wenck, Leu, and D'Amato (1996) trained 150 7th and 8th-graders with thermal and EMG feedback, and found significant reduction in state and trait anxiety. Roome and Romney (1985) compared progressive muscle relaxation to EMG biofeedback training with 30 children and found an advantage for biofeedback; Scandrett, Bean, Breeden, & Powell (1986) found some advantage of progressive muscle relaxation over EMG biofeedback in reducing anxiety in adult psychiatric inpatients and outpatients. Vanathy, Sharma, and Kumar (1998), applying EEG biofeedback to generalized anxiety disorder, compared increased alpha with increased theta. The two procedures were both effective in decreasing symptoms. Rice, Blanchard, and Purcell (1994) studied reduction in generalized anxiety by comparing groups given EMG frontal feedback, EEG alpha-increase feedback, EEG alpha- decrease feedback, a pseudo-meditation condition, and a wait-list control. All treatment groups had comparable and significant decreases in the STAI as well as drops in Psychosomatic Symptom Checklist. Similar results were obtained by Sarkar, Rathee, and Neera (1999) by comparing the generalized anxiety disorder response to pharmacotherapy and to biofeedback; the two treatments had similar effects on symptom reduction. Hawkins, Doell, Lindseth, Jeffers, and Skaggs (1980), concluded from a study with 40 hospitalized schizophrenics that thermal biofeedback and relaxation instructions had equivalent effect on anxiety reduction. However, Fehring (1983) found that adding GSR biofeedback to Benson- type relaxation technique reduced anxiety symptoms more than relaxa tion alone. In conclusion, biofeedback of various modalities is effective for anxiety reduction; it is not specific, but shares characteristics with other relaxation techniques. References Fehring, R.J. (1983). Effects of biofeedback-aided relaxation on the psychological stress symptoms of college students. Nursing Research, 32(6), 362-6.
- 2. Hawkins, R.C. II, Doell, S.R., Lindseth, P., Jeffers, V., & Skaggs, S. (1980). Anxiety reduction in hospitalized schizophrenics through thermal biofeedback and relaxation training. Perceptual & Motor Skills, 51(2), 475-482. Hiebert, B.A., & Fitzsimmons, G. (1981). A comparison of EMG feedback and alternative anxiety treatment programs. Biofeedback & Self Regulation, 6(4), 501-516. Hurley, J.D., & Meminger, S.R. (1992). A relapse-prevention program: Effects of electromyographic training on high and low levels of state and trait anxiety. Perceptual and Motor Skills, 74(3 Pt 1), 699-705. Lehrer, P.M., Carr, R., Sargunaraj, D., & Woolfolk, R.L. (1994). Stress management techniques: Are they all equivalent, or do they have specific effects? Biofeedback & Self Regulation, 19(4), 353-401. Rice, K.M., Blanchard, E.B., & Purcell, M. (1993). Biofeedback treatments of generalized anxiety disorder: Preliminary results. Biofeedback & Self -Regulation, 18(2), 93-105. Roome, J.R., & Romney, D.M. (1985). Reducing anxiety in gifted children by inducing relaxation. Roeper Review, 7(3), 177-179. Sarkar, P., Rathee, S.P., & Neera, N. (1999). Comparative efficacy of pharmacotherapy and bio-feedback among cases of generalised anxiety disorder. Journal of Projective Psychology & Mental Health, 6(1), 69-77. Scandrett, S.L., Bean, J.L., Breeden, S., & Powell, S. (1986). A comparative study of biofeedback and progressive relaxation in anxious patients. Issues in Mental Health Nursing, 8(3), 255-271. Vanathy, S., Sharma, P.S.V.N., & Kumar, K.B. (1998). The efficacy of alpha and theta neurofeedback training in treatment of generalized anxiety disorder. Indian Journal of Clinical Psychology, 25(2), 136 - 143. Wenck, L.S., Leu, P.W., & D'Amato, R.C. (1996). Evaluating the efficacy of a biofeedback intervention to reduce children's anxiety. Journal of Clinical Psychology, 52(4), 469-473.