Stress Management for Multiple Sclerosis Patients

Autor: Crawford, Jim D., McIvor, Geraldine P.
Zdroj: Psychological Reports; October 1987, Vol. 61 Issue: 2 p423-429, 7p
Abstrakt: The purpose of the study was to explore the utility of stress-reduction techniques within a population of hospitalized multiple sclerosis patients. Four stress-management groups, each composed of 8 to 10 patients, were formed with each participant receiving a pre- and posttest battery focusing on emotional/mood factors (the Profile of Mood States). Group sessions were held once/weekly for 13 wk. Relaxation, cognitive, and behavioral strategies were incorporated into the program. The findings indicate that stress-management techniques were effective in the reduction of psychological distress. Significant decreases were noted in scores on depression and anxiety and significant increase on vigor.
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