What are the benefits of guided imagery?

Dr. Kathleen Hall

Preventive Medicine

Research demonstrates that guided imagery can help people overcome stress, anger, pain, depression, insomnia, and other problems associated with illness and surgical procedures. Guided imagery also can:

Strengthen the immune system and enhance your ability to heal
Reduce your recovery time in the hospital
Dramatically decrease pain and the need for pain medication
Enhance sleep
Increase confidence
Reduce stress and depression

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