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In modern times, the term "guided imagery" may be used to refer to a number of techniques, including metaphor, story telling, fantasy, game playing, dream interpretation, drawing, visualization, active imagination, or direct suggestion using imagery. Therapeutic guided imagery may be used to help patients relax and focus on images associated with personal issues they are confronting. Early research suggests that guided imagery may help reduce cancer pain or lower postoperative pain ratings in children. Further research is needed to confirm these results. Copyright © 2007 Natural Standard Inc. |
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