Tim Brunson DCH

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Depression and Self-Esteem in Primiparas

Posted At : November 26, 2006 5:33 AM | Posted By : Tim Brunson, PhD
Related Categories: Mental Disorders


A 1995 study published in the Journal of Holistic Nursing (vol.13: pp255-267) showed that postpartum depression in new mothers is alleviated by guided imagery. The research with 60 first-time mothers showed that those who practiced guided imagery during the first 4 weeks after giving birth had less anxiety and depression and more self-esteem and confidence than their counterparts who did not use guided imagery.

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Effects of Guided Imagery and Music (GIM) Therapy on Mood and Cortisol in Healthy Adults

Posted At : November 26, 2006 3:06 AM | Posted By : Tim Brunson, PhD
Related Categories: Mental Disorders


In a 1997 pilot study by McKinney, Antoni, Kumar, Tims and McCabe, 28 randomly selected adults were studied to see if the Bonny Method of Guided Imagery and Music (GIM) had an effect on mood and cortisol levels.

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