BENEFITS OF BREATH-BODY-MIND FOR MILITARY PERSONNEL, VETERANS AND HEALTHCARE WORKERS
Richard Brown, Patricia L. Gerbarg
Psychology Travelogs May 28, 2026 DOI: 10.31891/pt-2026-2-1 (opens in new tab)
Study at a glance
AI-extracted from the abstract| Characteristics | Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Intervention | Breath-Body-Mind (BBM) |
| Keywords | Battlefield Health care Intervention counseling Bridge graph theory Military personnel Crisis intervention Medical emergency Nursing Terrorism Computer security |
| Key points | Breath-Body-Mind (BBM) is an evidence-based, safe, and adaptable intervention that can bridge the gap between high demand for psychological services and limited healthcare professionals during war. |
Abstract
This article introduces an innovative program to bridge the gap between the high demand for psychological services and the limited number of healthcare professionals during war. Combat-related stress and trauma are difficult to treat with conventional methods alone. Mind-body programs, specifically Breath-Body-Mind (BBM), activate multiple healing pathways to mitigate autonomic dysregulation and neurophysiological dysfunction caused by extreme stress. BBM is an evidence-based, safe, and adaptable intervention that is easy to learn. It has been effectively used worldwide during wars and mass disasters. BBM can be integrated into individual or group therapy, both in-person and online, for civilians, military personnel, and medics. Potential benefits include improved battlefield survival, faster recovery from trauma, and better long-term re-integration into civilian life.