When I first started my clinical training as a psychologist, some of the first techniques I learned were relaxation exercises. These are concrete, specific behaviors that clients can use to reduce the ...

Stuttering, a speech disorder characterized by disruptions in the flow of speech, can significantly impact one’s confidence and communication skills. People who stutter often face challenges in ...

Davis, M., Eshelman, E.R., and McKay, M. (2008). The Relaxation and Stress Reduction Workshop. New Harbinger Productions, Inc., Oakland, CA. This workbook provides ...

Some 29.5 million Americans suffer from migraines — extreme headaches often characterized by nausea and increased sensitivity to light and sound. Migraines are the second leading cause of disability ...

When Tanya Fox became pregnant four years ago, she wanted to give birth without an epidural -- a painkiller injected into the base of the spine. But she feared that she wouldn't have the fortitude to ...

Popular relaxation exercises including yoga, tai chi, medication and breathing control techniques may help to lower blood pressure, a study suggests. Around 14.4 million people in the UK are through ...