Everyday Neuro 017: The Art of Relaxation - Learn Effective Ways to Reduce Tension and Anxiety

“as a reaction to this deeper inhalation and exhalation of air, the body releases hormones and neurotransmitters that regulate our heart rate and reduce the stress or fight or flight response that we may feel.”

“The big received intensive training for 20 sessions implemented over eight weeks and employed a real-time feedback device and an average respiratory rate of four breaths per minute.”

“Relaxation can also lead to clarity of thought as reflected by the results of Zaumar's study. This is because it frees up part of your active thinking, also known as working memory.”