mind–body intervention

therapeutic approaches that focus on harnessing the power of the mind to bring about change in the body or achieve reduction of symptoms of disease or disorder. The various techniques used include relaxation training (e.g., autogenic training, progressive relaxation), meditation, prayer, and creative arts therapy. See also complementary and alternative medicine.

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January 30th 2025

expansiveness

expansiveness

n. a personality trait manifested by loquaciousness, overfriendliness, hyperactivity, and lack of restraint.