Thursday, September 13, 2012

Visual Or Guided Imagery

Visual Or Guided Imagery

Visual or guided imagery is a technique that encourages people to relax by focusing on calming thoughts or experiences.

Method

Sit or lie in a comfortable position while imagining a pleasant experience, such as relaxing on the Goa beach.

A study has shown that women receiving chemotherapy for newly diagnosed breast cancer have a better quality of life if they use relaxation training and guided imagery.[ Br J Cancer 1999; 80:262..)

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