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measures. Although no differential effects were obtained,
numerous positive changes were found. Correlated with the
relaxation training were decreases in reported subjective
units of discomfort, percentage of time hurting, percentage
of body hurting, and general severity of pain. Improved
sleep patterns were reported as was increased performance of
activities of daily living. Reductions were also found in
psychological tension, and in the amount of time mood was
influenced by the disease. Shifts were not found in imagery,
locus of control, and other psychological dimensions. Con-
stitutional improvements were also absent.
Relaxation training was recommended as an adjunctive
therapy and its implications were discussed. Future research
is suggested.
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McGraw, Phillip C., 1950-. Rheumatoid Arthritis: A Psychological Intervention, dissertation, May 1979; Denton, Texas. (https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc331903/m1/3/: accessed October 10, 2026), University of North Texas Libraries, UNT Digital Library, https://digital.library.unt.edu; .