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  • Clinical Psychology
  • Psychiatry

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  • Autogenic training (AT) is a self-induced relaxation method using autosuggestion.
  • Growing evidence supports AT's use in medicine, yet clinical application in mental disorders is under-examined.
  • This review critically assesses AT's psychophysiological, psychopathological, and clinical effects in mental disorders.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the application and effects of Autogenic Training (AT) in mental disorders.
  • To synthesize findings on AT's psychophysiological and psychological impacts.
  • To identify implications for future research and clinical practice.

Main Methods:

  • Formal literature search identifying 29 studies (7 meta-analyses/systematic reviews).
  • Review focused on psychophysiological, psychopathological, and clinical aspects of AT.
  • Analysis of AT's effects on various mental health conditions.

Main Results:

  • AT induces changes in autonomic, cardiorespiratory, and central nervous system activity.
  • Consistent efficacy shown in reducing anxiety.
  • Medium positive effects observed for mild-to-moderate depression.

Conclusions:

  • AT is a promising add-on psychotherapy for psychophysiological well-being.
  • Its impact on bipolar, psychotic, and acute stress disorders requires further investigation.
  • AT may expand understanding of brain-body links in mental disorder management.