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    Journal of Clinical Psychology
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    This study found that the Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory (MMPI) can identify alcoholics who best respond to relaxation and biofeedback training. Tense, anxious patients showed greater relaxation improvements.

    Area of Science:

    • Psychology
    • Clinical Psychology
    • Behavioral Medicine

    Background:

    • Alcoholism is a complex condition often associated with significant anxiety and tension.
    • Effective treatment strategies for alcoholics are crucial for recovery and improved quality of life.
    • The Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory (MMPI) is a widely used tool for psychological assessment.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate the efficacy of progressive relaxation training and EMG biofeedback in male alcoholics.
    • To determine if MMPI profiles can predict treatment success in relaxation-biofeedback therapy.
    • To compare treatment outcomes between patients with high vs. low pretreatment anxiety levels.

    Main Methods:

    • Thirty-two male alcoholics were divided into two groups based on MMPI profiles: tense/anxious (Group 1) and heterogeneous (Group 2).

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  • Experimental participants received 14 days of progressive relaxation training with EMG biofeedback.
  • Control participants received taped music and EMG monitoring sessions.

    • Main Results:

    • Group 1 experimental participants achieved significantly greater relaxation levels compared to their matched controls and Group 2 participants.
    • All participants showed significant improvements in mood states over time, as indicated by POMS scores.
    • No significant differences in overall mood improvement were found between the two groups.

    Conclusions:

    • The MMPI can effectively identify alcoholic patients who are suitable candidates for relaxation-biofeedback treatment.
    • Patients with higher levels of pretreatment anxiety and tension may experience more pronounced reductions in tension during relaxation-biofeedback training.
    • Progressive relaxation and EMG biofeedback show promise as therapeutic interventions for improving mood states in alcoholics.