ArticleFrontiers in psychology2025
Clinical application of abdominal breathing training and evaluation of physical and mental benefits in anxiety patients.
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Abstract
Background: Anxiety disorders represent highly prevalent mental health conditions globally (lifetime prevalence: ~7-14%). Current pharmacological treatments carry risks of dependence and metabolic side effects, while psychological therapies face accessibility limitations. There is an urgent need to develop safe, accessible non-pharmacological interventions. This single-blind randomized controlled trial systematically evaluated the efficacy and sustainability of an 8-week standardized abdominal breathing training program in alleviating anxiety symptoms and modulating autonomic nervous function in patients with anxiety disorders. Methods: A total of 120 outpatient participants (aged 18-65 years) meeting ICD-10 diagnostic criteria for Generalized Anxiety Disorder were recruited. Participants were randomly assigned to either an intervention group (abdominal breathing training, Results: Conclusion: Standardized abdominal breathing training significantly alleviates anxiety symptoms (effect size Cohen's d = 0.61) and induces sustained physiological improvements in autonomic regulation (effects maintained 4 weeks post-intervention). As a cost-free, non-pharmacological intervention devoid of adverse effects, it provides an effective adjunctive treatment option for anxiety disorders, particularly benefiting medically underserved populations and individuals with medication intolerance, suggesting significant clinical potential.
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