Question 1

Schulz developed six formulas or exercises that focus on different systems of the body. List the six formulas that the practitioner of autogenics is asked to focus on and subvocalize.

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Question 2

Like progressive muscle relaxation training, autogenic training may be introduced in abbreviated or modified forms. Provide two examples of modifications.

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Question 3

List the four muscle groups found in progressively abbreviated versions of muscle relaxation.

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Question 4

How effective is progressive muscle relaxation as a method to induce sleep?

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Question 5

Are all guided imagery scenarios solitary experiences?

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Question 6

How is guided imagery used in behavioral medicine applications? Provide an example from the research literature.

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Question 7

What is the basic principle of systematic desensitization?

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Question 8

What is the purpose of using a cue word (i.e., "now")in Bernstein's abbreviated progressive muscle relaxation training sessions?

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Question 9

What does guided imagery help promote in counseling contexts?

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Question 10

Is the "hypnotic state" a unique state defined by characteristic psychophysiological markers? If not, what does the hypnotic state constitute?

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Question 11

Are procedures like systematic desensitization that use imaginal exposure as effective as procedures that use in vivo (i.e., live)exposure? Provide an example.

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Question 12

Like progressive relaxation training, some individuals have anxiety reactions in autogenic training. Describe these reactions. Why do these issues manifest? Why must they be addressed?

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Question 13

Describe the basic process for Stress Management Exercise 13.1, an abbreviated adaptation of the procedure developed by Charlesworth and Nathan (1985, 2004).

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Question 14

Abdominal breathing is a type of deep breathing that during inhalation involves first filling your lower lungs before your upper lungs. How would you know if you are doing it correctly?

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Question 15

How can a practitioner achieve normal waking state at the end of an autogenic session?

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Question 16

Is systematic desensitization effective for treating phobias?

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Question 17

Douglas Bernstein, who pioneered an early version of abbreviated progressive relaxation training, and his colleagues note, "progressive relaxation training is not a single method but a group of techniques that vary considerably in procedural detail, complexity, and length." What do these techniques have in common?

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Question 18

What does one do with unwanted thoughts or images when listening to a guided imagery recording or reading?

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Question 19

Jacobson discovered that after holding a muscle contraction and then releasing the contraction, the muscle fibers elongate. What is unique about elongated muscle fibers?

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Question 20

Is autogenic training as effective as progressive muscle relaxation for reducing anxiety?

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Quiz 13: Self-Regulation Relaxation Strategies