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Katelyn Wright Capstone Unit 5 Relaxation Techniques Assignment

This document provides an overview of a class on relaxation techniques. It includes a breakdown of the class topics, which are introductions to various relaxation techniques like deep breathing exercises, guided imagery, progressive muscle relaxation and more. It discusses what relaxation techniques are, how they promote the body's natural relaxation response. Example techniques like deep breathing are demonstrated. The benefits of relaxation techniques for health conditions are outlined based on scientific research, and potential risks are considered minimal for healthy individuals. Students choose techniques to try and additional resources are provided.

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Katelyn Wright Capstone Unit 5 Relaxation Techniques Assignment

This document provides an overview of a class on relaxation techniques. It includes a breakdown of the class topics, which are introductions to various relaxation techniques like deep breathing exercises, guided imagery, progressive muscle relaxation and more. It discusses what relaxation techniques are, how they promote the body's natural relaxation response. Example techniques like deep breathing are demonstrated. The benefits of relaxation techniques for health conditions are outlined based on scientific research, and potential risks are considered minimal for healthy individuals. Students choose techniques to try and additional resources are provided.

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Week 3- Relaxation

Techniques
Natural Healing & Preventative Care NH001
Instructor Katelyn Wright
Week 3- Breakdown
• 10 minutes What are relaxation techniques
• 10 minutes Who practices relaxation techniques & ethical
standards
• 30 minutes Types of relaxation techniques
• 20 minutes Class picks 3 they would like to try and why
• 10 minutes Benefits and Risks of Relaxation techniques
• 10 minutes Handouts, questions & additional resources
Relaxation
Techniques: What
Are They?
Promote body’s natural relaxation
response
Slower breathing
Lower blood pressure
Feeling of increased wellbeing
Relaxation Types
• Autogenic Training
• Biofeedback
• Deep-breathing exercises
• Guided Imagery
• Progressive Relaxation
• Self-hypnosis
Deep-breathing exercise
• For 30 seconds
• Breathe in for 4 seconds and
out for 4 seconds
• Continue with long, deep, even
breaths
• How do you feel afterwards?
What Science Says
About Relaxation
Techniques
Effectiveness
They play a role in a variety of
health conditions
What are the risks ?
Few reported negative experiences

Advised that people with serious physical or mental health problems should discuss
relaxation techniques with their doctor first.

Generally considered safe for healthy


People

Rare reports of worsening symptoms of


People with epilepsy, or certain
Psychiatric conditions

People with heart disease should ask doctor


Before starting relaxation techniques
(NCCIH, 2016).
Which relaxation techniques will work for you
Take this 20 minutes and reflect

• Choose 3 relaxation techniques


that interest you
• Explain why you chose them
• Do you plan on trying any of
them
• Would you recommend relaxation
techniques
Who teaches relaxation techniques?
• Physicians
• Psychologists
• Social workers
• Nurses
• Complementary health
professionals
Professional & Ethical Standards
Clinical purpose- Biofeedback
Certification International Alliance

Knowledgeable in CAM field

Only practice in competent areas

Keep informed on recent developments


in field

Informed Consent

Ethical Standard to communicate


Local and Additional Resources
Oasis Relaxation Station- Massage Therapist, Grand Rapids Mi.

AP Neurofeedback & Counseling Service LLC- Biofeedback


Therapist- Grand Rapids, Mi

Breathwork Training and Courses from Alchemy of Breath- Deep


Breathing Exercises- Online tool

University of Michigan Counseling and Psychological Services-


Progressive Muscle Relaxation – Youtube
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pbk6eEH2lj8
Congratulations & Conclusions
• Look into Naturopathy, Natural Remedies and now Relaxation
Techniques
• Key Takeaways:
Relaxation techniques initiate natural relaxation response
Benefit overall health and wellness
Can be done anywhere, anytime, by anyone.
This course designed for anyone interested in learning to improve
their health naturally.
References
• NCCIH. (may, 2016). Relaxation Techniques for Health.

https://www.nccih.nih.gov/health/relaxation-techniques-for-health

• Barnett, J. PsyD. & et al. (April, 2013). Alternative Techniques. American Psychological

Association. https://www.apa.org/monitor/2013/04/ce-corner
References
• American Herbalists Guild, (n.d). Code of Ethics.

https://www.americanherbalistsguild.com/sites/americanherbalistsguild.com/files/ahg_code_of_e

thics.pdf

• Winslow, l. M.D. (9, November, 1998). Herbs as Medicine.

https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamainternalmedicine/fullarticle/210301

• The Complete Guide to Natural Healing (n.d) Aloe Vera. Natural Remedies

• The Complete Guide to Natural Healing. (n.d) Olive Oil. Natural Remedies. Group 8, Card 15

• The Complete Guide to Natural Healing. (nd.). Sea Salt. Natural Remedies Group 8. Card 14
References
• The Complete Guide to Natural Healing. (n.d). Cucumber. Natural Remedies. Group 8 Card 12.

• The Complete guide to Natural Healing. (n.d) St. Johns Wort. Natural Remedies Group 8 Card 11

• The Complete Guide to Natural Healing . (n.d) Pineapple. Natural Remedies. Group 8 Card7

• The Complete Guide to Natural Healing. (n.d) Hair-Setting Lotion. Natural Beauty, Group 7

Card 42

• The Complete Guide to Natural Healing (n.d). Mosquito Repellent. Natural Beauty. Group 7 Card
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