Mourning and Body Memory
Kathleen A. Philbin
Topics in Geriatric Rehabilitation April 1, 2011 DOI: 10.1097/tgr.0b013e31821bff3e (opens in new tab)
Study at a glance
AI-extracted from the abstract| Characteristics | Theoretical or philosophical paper Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Interventions | Yoga meditation Transpersonal Integrative Therapy |
| Key points | Argues that Yoga-based mind-body practices, particularly Transpersonal Integrative Therapy, can reduce depression, anxiety, negative mood, and fatigue and, when blended with clinical therapies, ease distress related to aging and loss; the authors report that this approach has shown significant improvements in vitality, positive states, and life satisfaction for people experiencing grief and mourning. |
Abstract
A substantial body of empirical research has shown that mind-body practices, including Yoga and meditation, can decrease symptoms of depression, anxiety, negative mood, and fatigue. Given Yoga's adaptability to various human conditions, it can improve the physical and psychological health of our elders. When blended with clinical therapies, Yoga practices can gently ease the distress that arises from aging, natural decline, physical trauma, and loss. This article describes core practices of Transpersonal Integrative Therapy, a Yoga-based mind-body approach that has shown significant improvements in vitality and positive states, and improved satisfaction with life for those experiencing grief and mourning.