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International Journal of Advance Research in Community Health Nursing

P-ISSN: 2664-1658, E-ISSN: 2664-1666, Impact Factor: RJIF 5.6
International Journal of Advance Research in Community Health Nursing
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2019, Vol. 1, Issue 1, Part a

Effectiveness of Jacobson’s progressive relaxation technique on anxiety among elderly people of aged 60-70 years in: A narrative review


Sonia Mehta and N Siva

Introduction: Old age is characterized by certain physical and psychological changes and is associated with high level of anxiety. Literature reports that 11% of elderly are suffering from anxiety and anxiety disorders. Progressive muscle relaxation technique is very effective in reducing anxiety. Aim: The aim of this narrative review is to find information on the effectiveness of progressive muscle relaxation technique on anxiety. Methodologyintervention: Jacobson’s progressive muscles relaxation technique. Types of studies: Quasi experimental. Types of participants: Elderly peoples, school adolescents, orthopedics elderly. Setting: Old age homes, school. Outcome: Anxiety, Jacobson’s progressive muscles relaxation technique.
Pages : 19-21 | 2596 Views | 1475 Downloads
How to cite this article:
Sonia Mehta, N Siva. Effectiveness of Jacobson’s progressive relaxation technique on anxiety among elderly people of aged 60-70 years in: A narrative review. Int J Adv Res Community Health Nurs 2019;1(1):19-21. DOI: 10.33545/26641658.2019.v1.i1a.8
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