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- Johansson, Mattias, et al.
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Affective responses to qigong: A pilot study of regular practitioners
- 2013
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Ingår i: Journal of Bodywork & Movement Therapies. - : Elsevier. - 1360-8592 .- 1532-9283. ; 17:2, s. 177-184
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Tidskriftsartikel (refereegranskat)abstract
- Single sessions of Qigong have been associated with increased positive affect/emotional benefits. In the present study the aim was to refine the present understanding by using newly developed research methodologies. Therefore, affective reactions were studied in a group performing Qigong through pre-, during, and post-assessments using a modified version of the short Swedish Core Affect Scale complemented with open-ended questions. Affect was measured on a group and individual level. The results showed a shift during Qigong toward increased pleasant activated and deactivated affect in the group of 46 women who regularly practice Qigong. Inter-individual responses displayed positive affective responses, which also increased as the bout proceeded for the majority of practitioners. Acknowledging some limitations, these findings have practical implications for the enhancement of positive affect and subjective well-being.
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- Jouper, John, 1960-, et al.
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Qigong and mindfulness-based mood recovery : exercise experiences from a single case
- 2013
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Ingår i: Journal of Bodywork & Movement Therapies. - : Elsevier BV. - 1360-8592 .- 1532-9283. ; 17, s. 69-76
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Tidskriftsartikel (refereegranskat)abstract
- Sara, the participant in this single case study, had to leave work due to burnout. She is now recovered and working, but still complains ofdisturbed moods and worries about getting burned out again. The aim of this study was to, by way of Qigong and mindfulness exercise, increase the participant’s positive mood to a functional level and to increase exercise experiences by combining mindfulness and Qigong practice. The professional practice intervention was planned to last twelve weeks, combining mindfulness practice and three different Qigong exercise techniques. Exercise behavior was noted daily, stress-energy and wellness were followed up weekly, and mindfulness was followed up after four, nine and 12 weeks. Sara feels that her moods (more energy, wellness and joy, as well as less stress and worry) have stabilized at a high level (good to very good), and her mindfulness score also improved to a high level (4.2 on a six-point scale). Sara also states that she enjoys life more: accepts stressful situations as they are, is less worried about becoming burned out again, and is more open to life. Exercise professionals may use mindfulness practice and Qigong exercise when recovering moods, probably even better in preventing burnout syndromes.
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- Öhman, Ann, et al.
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Feldenkrais(®) therapy as group treatment for chronic pain : a qualitative evaluation
- 2011
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Ingår i: Journal of Bodywork & Movement Therapies. - : Elsevier BV. - 1360-8592 .- 1532-9283. ; 15:2, s. 153-161
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Tidskriftsartikel (refereegranskat)abstract
- Positive experiences from the Feldenkrais group treatment were reported, especially concerning movement ability and body awareness. The exercises were however regarded as difficult to perform as self-training on a daily basis.
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- Hedlund, Lena, et al.
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The experiences of basic body awareness therapy in patients with schizophrenia.
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Ingår i: Journal of Bodywork & Movement Therapies. - : Elsevier BV. - 1360-8592. ; 14:3, s. 245-254
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Tidskriftsartikel (refereegranskat)abstract
- BACKGROUND: Basic Body Awareness Therapy (BBAT) is a physiotherapeutic treatment method that is commonly used in Scandinavian mental health services. However, for patients with schizophrenia, there are few studies that verify the effectiveness of BBAT, or explain which dysfunctions or disabilities BBAT has an effect on in this group of patients. The aim of the present study was thus to describe patients' experiences of BBAT, focusing on perceived main treatment effects. The areas of perceived effects are to be investigated in future research. METHOD: In a qualitative study, eight patients with schizophrenia were interviewed. The interview transcriptions were analysed with content analysis methodology. RESULT: Patients with schizophrenia report positive treatment effects of physiotherapy with BBAT. Four main categories were identified: affect regulation, body awareness and self-esteem, effects described in a social context and effects on the ability to think. These should be targeted in a future randomized and controlled study.
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- Hedlund, Lena, et al.
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The physiotherapists' experience of Basic Body Awareness Therapy in patients with schizophrenia and schizophrenia spectrum disorders.
- 2013
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Ingår i: Journal of Bodywork & Movement Therapies. - : Elsevier BV. - 1360-8592. ; 17:2, s. 169-176
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Tidskriftsartikel (refereegranskat)abstract
- Scandinavian physiotherapists (PT) treat patients with schizophrenia and schizophrenia spectrum disorder, mainly because of the latter's bodily difficulties. One commonly used method is Basic Body Awareness Therapy (BBAT), targeting the difficulties with sensory motor dysfunction and disembodiment. The aim of the study is to describe the physiotherapist's experiences of using BBAT for patients with Schizophrenia.
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