Tai Chi Chuan as an adjunctive treatment of trauma: An integrative literature review.

摘要

This integrative literature review examines the state of the literature on the etiology and psychological treatment of Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and Complex Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (CPTSD), also known as Disorders of Extreme Stress Not Otherwise Specified (DESNOS). The construct of mindfulness is explored, and four mindfulness interventions are examined in detail: meditation, yoga, Chi Gung, and Tai Chi Chuan. A theory based upon the literature is offered that Tai Chi Chuan will assist in the treatment of trauma by reducing autonomic arousal and aiding in affect regulation. Directions for future research are provided.