Stress Relieving Technique Paper
a literature review and analysis of a stress prevention and management
topic from the list below.
Yoga
Meditation
Massage
Mindfulness
Tai Chi
Shiatsu
Acupuncture
Reiki
Aromatherapy
Hydroth
erapy
Music Therapy
Biofeedback
Autogenics
Progressive Muscle Relaxation
Breathing Exercises
Chromotherapy
Feng Shui
Ergonomics
Laughter Yoga

Format of paper: Typed, double spaced,
12 point font, with 1” margins
Introduction (200words)

What is your topic? Why might others find it important?
What kind of research has been published about this topic?

Background/Literature Review (500words): This section should be a summary of the literature you researched about your topic. This section should not be your opinion; it should be a description of what has already been published about the topic you chose.

Discussion (500words):

This section should be your interpretation of the review of literature and
your personal opinion on how this specific technique or philosophy
works.  Include the following information:
What areas holistic health does this stress relieving technique address? Is the technique mind,
body, or both? How does this technique increase resilience?
Do you feel this stress technique is effective? Why? What makes it effective? Does
the amount of time or days a week matter?
How will this stress relieving technique help reduce health risks and/or increase personal
wellness?
Do you feel this particular stress relieving technique would be beneficial to college students?
What would make the practicing of this technique particularly challenging or easy for college
students to incorporate in their lives while at school.
Do you think this technique should be part of mainstream medicine (if applicable, covered by
health insurance)? Why or why not?
How would YOU incorporate this into your daily life? What changes would you need to make in
order to make this practice a priority? What would be your personal benefits or challenges?
References: You must site a minimum of three peer-reviewed documents (the library’s search engines or Google scholar are good resources). You should use APA style citations within the text and as part of your reference list.