Relaxation techniques can reduce anxiety symptoms from "summary" of The Anxiety & Phobia Workbook by Edmund J. Bourne
Relaxation techniques are an essential tool in managing anxiety symptoms. When we are anxious, our bodies go into a state of heightened arousal, with increased heart rate, shallow breathing, muscle tension, and other physical symptoms. By practicing relaxation techniques, we can counteract this physiological response and induce a state of calmness and relaxation. One of the most effective relaxation techniques is deep breathing. When we are anxious, our breathing tends to be shallow and rapid. By engaging in deep breathing exercises, we can slow down our breathing, increase oxygen flow to the brain, and activate the body's relaxation response. Deep breathing can be practiced anywhere, anytime, and is a powerful way to reduce anxiety symptoms in the moment...
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