Abstract
This mixed methods study explored the psychophysiological effects of immersion to the chest in warm 92°F water on student Veterans who experience symptoms of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and potential comorbid depression; anxiety and pain. Triangulation of findings confirm interpretation and inform future intervention studies in this population.
Sigma Membership
Zeta Kappa at-Large
Lead Author Affiliation
University of Nevada, Las Vegas, Las Vegas, Nevada, USA
Type
Report
Format Type
Text-based Document
Study Design/Type
N/A
Research Approach
Mixed/Multi Method Research
Keywords:
Psychophysiological Effects, Immersion Therapy, Veterans, PTSD
Recommended Citation
Benfield, Rebecca; Brown, Alicia; Reyes, Andrew Thomas; Dingley, Catherine E.; Serafica, Reimund; and Song, Huaxin, "An immersion intervention for symptoms of PTSD in student veterans" (2024). Sigma Foundation for Nursing Research Grant Reports. 26.
https://www.sigmarepository.org/grant_reports/26
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Review Type
None: Sigma Grant Recipient Report
Acquisition
Proxy-submission
Date of Issue
2024-03-21
Funder(s)
Sigma Foundation for Nursing
Full Text of Presentation
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Description
Dr. Benfield was the recipient of a Sigma Small Grant.