In this, the first of 2 companion papers, we present a framework for viewing t'ai chi as a
complex, multicomponent intervention that integrates numerous physical, cognitive, and …

OBJECTIVES: To determine whether tango dancing is as effective as mindfulness
meditation in reducing symptoms of psychological stress, anxiety and depression, and in …

Comforting is a crucial form of prosocial behavior that is important for maintaining social
unity and improving the physical and emotional well-being of social species. It is often …

Objectives: The main purpose of this study was to measure the effect of a single session of
Reiki on physical and psychological health in a large nonclinical sample. Design: The study …

Abstract Objective and Context: This review was designed to assess the quality and review
the outcomes of randomized controlled trials (RCTs) of biofield therapies (external qigong …

Richard Hammerschlag: This discussion will be among the participants of a symposium on
clinical and basic science research on the biofield, held as part of the International Research …

As a primary intervention, raising the topics of faith and religion with individuals traumatised
by terrorism and/or natural disasters can be daunting for social workers, because victims …

As complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) practices are often recommended for
mental health problems, many clients in clinical psychology will be in receipt of such …

Physical touch can help to decrease the effects of stress. The aim of this study was to
evaluate the influence of tactile stimulation on the hormonal and behavioral responses of …

In US culture, there is increasing interest in using complementary therapies (CT), which the
National Institutes of Health also refer to as complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) …