Relaxation Training

Relaxation training is a term that refers to methods that are used to teach and learn specific techniques to help people moderate or control reactivity or arousal that is problematic to them.

It includes different arousal control methods, such as muscle relaxation training, biofeedback, meditation, imagery and paced breathing.

Relaxation training is often used in behaviour therapy as a means to reduce anxiety, tension and stress.

Training patients to relax generally involves providing a rationale, demonstrating exercises and practicing relaxation in treatment sessions.

It also can be used in facilitating communication during a therapy session with a client who may be too tense or anxious to communicate effectively with the therapist.

The objective of relaxation training is to make the person physically relaxed and mentally alert.