International Journal of Nursing Studies
Volume 36, Issue 3 , Pages 223-233, June 1999

Effects of cognitive-behavioral interventions on quality of life in persons with HIV

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, 180 University Avenue, Newark, NJ 07102-1897, USA

Received 25 June 1998; received in revised form 29 October 1998; accepted 11 February 1999.

Abstract 

This study explored the effects of cognitive-behavioral interventions on quality of life in persons with HIV. In a randomized, 3×3 block design, 69 participants were assigned to a guided imagery, progressive muscle relaxation or control group. Following brief instruction, subjects practiced their respective intervention over six weeks. Post intervention, perceived health status, but not quality of life, was significantly different across treatment groups. Findings suggested differential effects for guided imagery and progressive muscle relaxation, with larger effects for those at mid-stage disease and for low frequency users of guided imagery.

Keywords:  Quality of life, Cognitive-behavioral interventions, Psychoneuroimmunology, Guided imagery, Progressive muscle relaxation

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PII: S0020-7489(99)00018-8

International Journal of Nursing Studies
Volume 36, Issue 3 , Pages 223-233, June 1999

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