Compare and contrast the different relaxation techniques and methods discussed in this chapter as ways to cope with stress.
What will be an ideal response?
(Answers may vary.)Techniques highlighted in this chapter include biofeedback, progressive muscle relaxation, breathing techniques for relaxation, visual imagery, autogenic training, meditation, and mindful meditation. Biofeedback emphasizes using electronic instruments to influence physiological responses that are typically not voluntary. Progressive muscle relaxation emphasizes sequential contraction and relaxation of muscle groups throughout the body. Using breathing techniques for relaxation requires concentrating on breathing away the tension and inhaling large amounts of air with each breath. Visual imagery involves the creation of relaxing visual images and scenes in times of stress to elicit body and mind relaxation. Autogenic training involves placing oneself in an autohypnotic state by concentrating on feelings of heaviness and warmth. Meditation focuses on calming the mind generally, and mindfulness meditation emphasizes becoming fully aware and accepting living in the present.
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A. Do nothing but meditate. B. Avoid delegating small chores around the house. C. Set aside "overtimes." D. Avoid wasting time in disruptions. E. Set a goal of reading one book a week.
Which of the following statements about exercise programs is TRUE?
A. Vigorous exercise needs to occur every day. B. To be successful, an exercise program should be treated as a chore. C. The best exercise programs promote health and are fun. D. To be successful, an exercise program needs to be conducted with a trainer.
Effacement is the
A) process of the fetus moving through the birth canal. B) final phase of the first stage of labor. C) process of the cervix beginning to open. D) process of expelling the placenta.
What are the components of the FITT principle that apply to all types of exercise?
A) frequency, intensity, time, and type B) fitness, intensity, tension, and time C) frequency, information, time, and tempo D) fitness, involvement, time, and type