Efficacy of Frequent Mantram Repetition on Stress, Quality of Life, and Spiritual Well-Being in Veterans

Bormann, Jill E.; Smith, Tom L.; Becker, Sheryl; Gershwin, Madeline; Pada, Laureen; Grudzinski, Ann H.; Nurmi, Elizabeth A.

doi:10.1177/0898010105278929

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“…Findings indicated significant improvements in lowering levels of perceived stress, anxiety, and anger (Bormann, 2005;Bormann, Gifford, et al, 2006;Bormann, Oman, et al, 2006;Bormann et al, 2005). A small study on the feasibility of mantram repetition indicates the potential for using this intervention to help new fathers and mothers manage their childbirth fears and anxiety (Hunter et al, 2009).…”

Section: Strategies To Decrease Paternal Fears During Childbirthmentioning

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Paternal Fears of Childbirth: A Literature Review

Hanson¹,

Hunter²,

Bormann³

et al. 2009

j perinat educ

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To date, most studies on paternal childbirth fears have been exploratory or descriptive, conducted outside of the United States, and focused mainly on White, first-time fathers. Identified fears include harm to the mother or newborn, partner pain, feelings of helplessness, lack of knowledge, and fear of high-risk intervention. Fathers often report that childbirth classes are not helpful and, in some cases, even increase their fears. Some fathers view birth as traumatic, changing their perception of and relationship with their partner. Fathers also voice the need for more information and for reassurance that they are doing the right things for their partner during childbirth. This article summarizes the research findings on paternal childbirth fears and recommends topics for future study.

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Section: Strategies To Decrease Paternal Fears During Childbirthmentioning

confidence: 99%

Paternal Fears of Childbirth: A Literature Review

Hanson¹,

Hunter²,

Bormann³

et al. 2009

j perinat educ

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“…Veterans and employees have reported significant reductions in stress, anxiety, anger and improvements in spiritual well-being and quality of life Bormann, Oman, et al, 2006;Bormann, Smith, et al, 2005;Bormann, Smith, Shively, Dellefield, & Gifford, 2007). HIV-infected adults have reported significant reductions in anger and increased spiritual faith/assurance (Bormann, Gifford, et al, 2006).…”

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confidence: 99%

“…The mantram intervention program has been studied in veterans with chronic illness (Bormann, Smith, et al, 2005), health care employees Bormann, Oman, et al, 2006), and HIV-infected adults (Bormann, Gifford, et al, 2006). Veterans and employees have reported significant reductions in stress, anxiety, anger and improvements in spiritual well-being and quality of life Bormann, Oman, et al, 2006;Bormann, Smith, et al, 2005;Bormann, Smith, Shively, Dellefield, & Gifford, 2007).…”

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A Spiritually Based Group Intervention for Combat Veterans With Posttraumatic Stress Disorder

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Purpose-To assess the feasibility, effect sizes, and satisfaction of mantram repetition-the spiritual practice of repeating a sacred word/phrase throughout the day-for managing symptoms of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in veterans.Design-A two group (intervention vs. control) by two time (pre-and postintervention) experimental design was used.Methods-Veterans were randomly assigned to intervention (n = 14) or delayed-treatment control (n = 15). Measures were PTSD symptoms, psychological distress, quality of life, and patient satisfaction. Effect sizes were calculated using Cohen's d.Findings-Thirty-three male veterans were enrolled, and 29 (88%) completed the study. Large effect sizes were found for reducing PTSD symptom severity (d = −.72), psychological distress (d = −.73) and increasing quality of life (d = .70).Conclusions-A spiritual program was found to be feasible for veterans with PTSD. They reported moderate to high satisfaction. Effect sizes show promise for symptom improvement but more research is needed.

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“…The current studies used mainly female samples and may not generalize to males. A study of concentrative meditation conducted at the San Diego Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center with a predominately male group demonstrated improvement on stress, anxiety, quality of life, and spiritual wellbeing measures [92]. With the exception of breath therapy, which used touch in the intervention, none of the studies reviewed indicated adverse reactions to meditation training.…”

Section: Meditationmentioning

confidence: 99%

Efficacy of selected complementary and alternative medicine interventions for chronic pain

Tan

Craine

Bair³

et al. 2007

JRRD

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Abstract-Complementary and alternative medicine (CAM)is a group of diverse medical and healthcare systems, therapies, and products that are not presently considered part of conventional medicine. This article provides an up-to-date review of the efficacy of selected CAM modalities in the management of chronic pain. Findings are presented according to the classification system developed by the National Institutes of Health National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine (formerly Office of Alternative Medicine) and are grouped into four domains: biologically based medicine, energy medicine, manipulative and body-based medicine, and mind-body medicine. Homeopathy and acupuncture are discussed separately as "whole or professionalized CAM practices." Based on the guidelines of the Clinical Psychology Division of the American Psychological Association, findings indicate that some CAM modalities have a solid track record of efficacy, whereas others are promising but require additional research. The article concludes with recommendations to pain practitioners.

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Efficacy of Frequent Mantram Repetition on Stress, Quality of Life, and Spiritual Well-Being in Veterans

Abstract: Frequent, silent mantram repetition is easily taught and could be used by nurses and patients for managing stress and increasing well-being.

Cited by 74 publications

References 36 publications

Paternal Fears of Childbirth: A Literature Review

Paternal Fears of Childbirth: A Literature Review

A Spiritually Based Group Intervention for Combat Veterans With Posttraumatic Stress Disorder

Efficacy of selected complementary and alternative medicine interventions for chronic pain

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