guided imagery

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Definition of guided imagery in English Turkish dictionary

güdümlü görüntüleri

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Definition of guided imagery in English English dictionary

A technique used to help someone focus on various images and pleasant experiences to relieve anxiety, promote relaxation, and provide diversion during painful procedures

This technique concentrates on using images or symbols to train the mind to create a definitive physiological or psychological effect Practitioners may teach clients how to relieve physical problems caused by stress, such as tension headaches The technique has also been effectively used in some cancer treatment programs for pain management

This relaxation and stress-reduction technique uses positive thoughts and images to relieve pain, slow the heart rate, and stimulate the body's healing responses

Physical problems can sometimes be alleviated by using the mind to concentrate on images and symbols Stress related headaches and even cancer pain can be effectively managed as practitioners guide patients in order to create the desired physiological or psychological effect

A relaxation technique that involves listening to music and/or a persons voice for the purpose of allowing imagery, symbols, and deep feelings to arise from the inner self

Guided imagery is an ancient form of meditation that uses the imagination (images and pictures we experience through any of our sensory perception) to reconnect to their inner resources for healing This process, often guided by a practitioner or audio tape, can help boost the immune system, promotes a reduction in anxiety and pain, and a greater sense of wellbeing

envisioning a certain goal to help cope with health problems

A technique of relaxation and pain control in which a person conjures up a picture that is held in mind during a painful or stressful experience

is usually incorporated as part of meditation or hypnotherapy Affirmative images, words and symbols are conjured and held in the mind to promote physical, emotional, spiritual well-being Guided Imagery can also be used to develop self-confidence in realizing a business or athletic goal

Using the power of the mind to evoke a positive physical response, guided imagery can reduce stress and slow heart rate, stimulate the immune system, and reduce pain As part of the rapidly emerging field of mind/body medicine, guided imagery is being used in various medical settings, and, when properly taught, can also serve as a highly effective form of self-care (3)

Hyphenation

gui·ded im·age·ry

Turkish pronunciation

gaydıd îmıcri

Pronunciation

/ˈgīdəd ˈəməʤrē/ /ˈɡaɪdəd ˈɪməʤriː/