CLINICAL RELAXATION THERAPY COURSE (Module 3) : PSYCHONEUROIMMUNOLOGY OF RELAXATION- More Art & Science of DDB

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Psychoneuroimmunology demonstrates how relaxation is therapeutic and can enhance both mental and physical health. PNI identifies how the mind and body are not separate and in fact, on a cellular and molecular level are not separate. PNI provides scientific evidence that supports the efficacy of relaxation interventions such as DDB. Health professionals need to be proficient in the practice and teaching of techniques such as DDB to offer evidence-based, non-pharmacological, non-invasive and cost-effective therapy.

Learning objectives

1. define links between sympathetic & parasympathetic responses, disease & health
2. describe effects of relaxation on cellular and molecular pathways
3. gain more experience and proficiency in practicing DDB
4. gain more experience and proficiency in teaching DDB

Session Outline

This session:

• reviews leading PN research in relaxation for chronic conditions
• describes PNI evidence in efficacy of relaxation as therapy
• explains effects of relaxation on cellular and molecular function
• offers greater proficiency in practicing and teaching DDB