Restricted Environmental Stimulation Therapy? R.E.S.T.? Sensory Deprivation? Float tanks?
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Names aside, what about the science? Today is your lucky day because we’ve done the research for you!
“Irrespective of diagnosis, Floatation-REST substantially reduced stated anxiety…. Moreover, participants reported significant reductions in stress, muscle tension, pain, depression and negative affect, accompanied by a significant improvement in mood characterized by increases in serenity, relaxation, happiness and overall well-being.”
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“Stress, depression, anxiety, and worst pain were significantly decreased whereas optimism and sleep quality significantly increased for the flotation-REST group.”
BMC Complementary Medicine and Therapies Article