The effects of slow breathing on affective responses to pain stimuli: An experimental study
Published Apr 1, 2010 · A. Zautra, Robert Fasman, Mary C Davis
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Study Snapshot
Key takeawaySlow breathing can reduce pain intensity and unpleasantness, and increase positive emotions, particularly for healthy controls with high trait negative affect.
PopulationOlder adults (50-71 years)
Sample size24
MethodsObservational
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