title: Relaxation techniques for children and young people.
abstract: The relaxation response, relaxation with mental imagery/self-hypnosis, and centering are techniques that can be used by the nurse practitioner in a variety of clinical situations to help children and young people manage stress. These approaches also can be used to treat certain common pediatric problems, such as headaches, enuresis, acute and chronic pain, and habit disorders. The techniques and their appropriate use are described.
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authors.initials: C
authors.lastname: Hobbie
mesh_terms: D000293:Adolescent; D001346:Autosuggestion; D001676:Biofeedback, Psychology; D002648:Child; D006801:Humans; D007092:Imagination; D012064:Relaxation Therapy; D013315:Stress, Psychological / Q000451:nursing / Q000628:therapy*