Effectiveness of 21 Sessions Aquatic Exercises in Reducing Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Anxiety and Depression: CASE STUDY

Document Type : Original research

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1 MSc of Sport Psychology, Allameh Tabataba’i University, Tehran, Iran

2 MSc of Sport Psychology, Tehran University, Tehran, Iran

Abstract
The aim of the present study was to investigate the effect of aquatic exercises of Watsu and Norwegian Cardiovascular Fitness Model in reducing PTSD, Anxiety and Depression. Participant was a 17 year old adolescent boy who was diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety and depression; A21-session therapeutic Package was performed during 7 weeks for the participant. Measures were administrated twice at pretest and post-test and at a one month follow up. The data was analyzed in graph presentations and using the recovery percentage formula. The findings of this study provided positive support for the effects of hydrotherapy in reducing PTSD. The results showed positive effects of aquatic exercises for PTSD and Trauma severity symptoms and anxiety. There was not a positive effect on depression. Follow up results were the same. Aerobic exercises have a significant effect on mental health and functioning of the human nervous system. Immersion in warm water increases cognitive function, mental relaxation, anxiety reduction and improve the mood.

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Sport Psychology Studies
Volume 7, Issue 24
August 2018
Pages 17-34

  • Receive Date 30 July 2017
  • Revise Date 15 November 2017
  • Accept Date 12 December 2017