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Thermal biofeedback is effective in treating conditions related to _____.

A) muscle control
B) blood flow
C) temporomandibular joint (TMJ)
D) bad posture

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Which of the following is the most relaxing and healthy type of breathing?

A) Diaphragmatic breathing
B) Upper costal breathing
C) Middle costal breathing
D) Thoracic breathing

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Breathing is an important aspect of body scanning.

_____ refers to focusing your attention on the present moment to relax.

All of the following poses are classic yoga positions EXCEPT _____.

Slow tempo music synchronizes brain waves, thereby resulting in lower respiratory and heart rates.

Individuals can alter specific bodily functions using biofeedback.

If prayer or religion is an important part of an individual's life, repeating a phrase from a prayer or hymn may be a good source of relaxation.

Jack suffers from trait anxiety. He follows a relaxation technique whose primary objective is to learn to live in the moment and ignore anxiety-inciting thoughts of the past and future. Jack is most likely practicing _____.

Specific types of mindfulness activities include _____.

Thermal biofeedback has been used to treat Raynaud's disease, migraine headaches, and hypertension.

When used with other types of relaxation techniques, biofeedback can act as a reinforcer and help in identifying what is and what is not working.

Practicing mindfulness has been found to _____.

The use of plant material added to massage oil thought to have pharmacological qualities that improve health is called _____.

Pet owners tend to have higher heart rates and higher blood pressure levels than those who do not own a pet.

A relaxation technique that involves manipulating points in the body that are muscularly tense is called _____.

_____ is a massage technique that involves vigorous pressure by circular motions of the thumb or fingertips.

Mary works as a manager in Zerne Inc. Her work is monotonous and stressful. She consults a clinical psychologist to cope with her stress. The clinical psychologist teaches her a five-step relaxation technique that involves uninterrupted breathing, smiling, balanced posture, relaxation, and mental control. Mary is most likely learning _____.

Diaphragmatic breathing is also called upper costal breathing.

Living with and caring for a pet can do all of the following EXCEPT _____.