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An Evaluation of Progressive Muscle Relaxation on Stress Related Symptoms in a Geriatric Population.
Peer reviewedDe Berry, Stephen – International Journal of Aging and Human Development, 1981
Studied the effect of progressive muscle relaxation training on a group of anxious older widows (N=10). Found training decreased the severity of stress-related disorders when compared with controls. Results indicated, with state anxiety, improvement continued during home practice after treatment. (Author/JAC)
Descriptors: Anxiety, Females, Geriatrics, Older Adults
