Relaxation Training and Its Relationship to Hyperactivity in Boys.

Dunn, Freeman, M.; Howell, Robert J.

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Publication Date: 1982-Jan

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Relaxation Training and Its Relationship to Hyperactivity in Boys.

Dunn, Freeman, M.; Howell, Robert J.

Journal of Clinical Psychology, v38 n1 p92-100 Jan 1982

Examined the relationship of relaxation training to hyperactivity in 10 boys ages 6-12. On all nine dependent variables, the subjects exhibited no change after neutral treatment and significant change after relaxation training. Data collected during the relaxation process demonstrated reduced muscle tension for all subjects. (Author)

Descriptors: Behavior Change, Child Psychology, Children, Counseling Effectiveness, Counseling Techniques, Hyperactivity, Males, Relaxation Training, Training Methods

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Language: English

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