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Research: SLOMAN, The Hebrew Univer
Listed in Issue 88
Abstract
SLOMAN, The Hebrew University, School of Nursing, Jerusalem, Israel, sloman@netvision.net.il, reports a trial of relaxation and imagery for anxiety and depression control in cancer patients.
Background
The aim of the trial was to compare the effects of progressive muscle relaxation and guided imagery on anxiety, depression, and the quality of life in people with advanced cancer.
Methodology
In this community-based study, 56 people with advanced cancer were recruited in Sidney, Australia. All were experiencing anxiety and depression. They were randomly assigned to four groups:1) progressive muscle relaxation training; 2) guided imagery training; 3) both of these treatments; and 4) no treatment. Anxiety, depression, and quality of life were assessed before and after treatment using the Hospital Anxiety and Depression scale and the Functional Living Index-Cancer scale.
Results
There was no significant improvement for anxiety found, but significant positive changes occurred for depression and quality of life.
Conclusion
References
Sloman R. Relaxation and imagery for anxiety and depression control in community patients with advanced cancer. Cancer Nursing 25 (6): 432-435, Dec 2002.
