While everyone can benefit from learning stress-reduction techniques, it is particularly beneficial for people with asthma, and for their families. Sometimes it is helpful to have someone else talk you through a technique to decrease your breathing rate, or visualize a calming situation. Pulmonary rehabilitation centers offer many programs, including different ways to increase lung capacity and bring about relaxation. Other techniques to learn through tapes, books, or community education courses are meditation, visualization, yoga, tai chi, progressive muscle relaxation, and time management. Gaining mastery over stress brings confidence.
Confidence gives a sense of control and relaxation.
Relaxation decreases symptoms, which decreases stress. The text presented on these pages is for your information only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice. It may not represent your true individual medical situation. Do not use this information to diagnose or treat a health problem or disease without consulting a qualified health care provider.