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Thomas Loew1, Katja Götz, Regina Hornung
1Abteilung Psychosomatik, Medizinische Psychologie und Medizinische Soziologie, Universität Regensburg, Deutschland. thomas.loew@klinik.uni-regensburg.de
AFA breathing therapy significantly improved work-related behaviors and experiences in teachers, showing promise for burnout prevention. This intervention positively impacted key aspects of professional well-being.
Area of Science:
- Occupational Health
- Psychology
- Mind-Body Therapies
Background:
- Work-related patterns of behavior and experience are often impacted by burnout.
- AFA breathing therapy has demonstrated positive effects on these patterns.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the impact of AFA breathing therapy on teachers.
- To assess changes in work-related behaviors and experiences.
Main Methods:
- Participants without psychopathology were recruited.
- The study utilized the 'Questionnaire for the assessment of work-related patterns of behavior and experience' (AVEM).
- AVEM assesses work relevance, self-exertion, perfectionism, detachment, emotional balance, and social support.
Main Results:
- Significant improvements were observed in most AVEM scale scores post-treatment.
- 9 out of 11 AVEM scales showed significantly greater improvement during the treatment phase compared to the control phase.
- Intra-individual differences in work-related patterns improved notably.
Conclusions:
- AFA breathing therapy demonstrates efficacy in preventing burnout.
- The therapy positively influences teachers' work-related behaviors and experiences.
- Further research into AFA breathing therapy for occupational well-being is warranted.
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