AP PSYCHOLOGY

ABNORMAL BEHAVIOR

ANXIETY DISORDERS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
In the Relaxation Technique-PMR treatment, the client is asked to clench both hands like fists. How long does it take to Hold & Relax?
A
Hold 1-5 sec, Relax 10-15 sec.
B
Hold 7-10 sec, Relax 15-20 sec.
C
Hold 15-20 sec, Relax 7-10 sec.
D
Hold 7-5 sec, Relax 15-20 sec.
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Arms and hands: Slowly draw both hands into fists. Pull your fists into your chest and hold for 15 seconds, squeezing as tight as you can. Then slowly release while you count for 30 seconds. Notice the feeling of relaxation.

Detailed explanation-2: -First, focus on the target muscle group, for example, your left hand. Next, take a slow, deep breath and squeeze the muscles as hard as you can for about 5 seconds. It is important to really feel the tension in the muscles, which may even cause a bit of discomfort or shaking.

Detailed explanation-3: -Progressive muscle relaxation can be learned by nearly anyone and requires only 10 minutes to 20 minutes per day to practice.

Detailed explanation-4: -Progressive muscle relaxation. In this relaxation technique, you focus on slowly tensing and then relaxing each muscle group. This can help you focus on the difference between muscle tension and relaxation. You can become more aware of physical sensations.

Detailed explanation-5: -Progressive muscle relaxation (PMR) is a form of therapy that involves tightening and relaxing your muscle groups, one at a time, in a specific pattern. The goal is to release tension from your muscles, while helping you recognize what that tension feels like.

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