All articles tagged with #anxiety reduction
A systematic review of 33 clinical trials suggests that laughter therapy significantly reduces anxiety and enhances life satisfaction in adults, with large effect sizes observed, especially in laughter yoga and social interaction-based therapies, indicating potential as a therapeutic tool.
Listening to the 8-minute ambient track 'Weightless' by Marconi Union can reduce anxiety by 65% in just 8 minutes, as it is designed to slow the body's stress response through entrainment, making it an effective natural stress-relief tool. The song's calming tempo and constant landscape promote relaxation, and music in general can aid focus and pain relief.
A study by the University of Poitiers suggests that daily 5-minute sessions in a cryostimulation chamber at -90°C can enhance sleep quality and mood, with noticeable benefits after a few days. The research, involving 20 participants, showed an increase in slow-wave sleep, crucial for memory, and reduced anxiety, particularly in women. While the study's small sample size limits its conclusions, it indicates potential therapeutic uses for cryostimulation in improving sleep and mood, alongside existing benefits like reduced inflammation.
Listening to music has numerous therapeutic benefits, including improving mood, reducing stress, boosting confidence, alleviating loneliness, and promoting positive emotions. Music therapy can help individuals express and release emotions, while also activating the limbic system responsible for processing emotions and memory.