INDIVIDU: D3 KEPMA 2A_RAHMITA MULIA PUTRI_P17210183064

PAIR : D3KEPMA2A_RAHMITA MULIA PUTRI and D3KEPMA2A_DINI

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A. ACTIVITY 1
1. Summary (100 words)
Guided imagery has been identified as one of the most frequently recommended
complementary cancer therapies online (Schmidt and Ernst, 2004), and this technique harnesses
the power of imagination to form a mental representation of a place or situation which is then
perceived by the body through the senses.
The Simontons delved into its benefits while working at a cancer research institute in
Texas during the 1970’s and 80’s, studying the impact of visualization with patients. Their
clinical observations led them to believe that patients could be helped by learning to imagine
their immune system overpowering cancer cells to strengthen self-healing.

This is only one way in which cancer patients may use guided imagery to manage their
illness, however. Psycho-oncology, for example, emphasizes the importance of psychological
factors on the progression of cancer.

The use of guided imagery for cancer has typically focused on four primary areas: pain
management, influencing surgical outcomes, improving quality of life and boosting immunity.
Sometimes this therapy encourages patients to direct their thoughts to the location of a tumor or
imagine their white blood cells attacking the cancer, while other times it involves guiding the
imagination to a peaceful situation where they can feel calm, safe and happy.

2. Article
Analysis of the Use of Guided Imagery for Cancer Treatment
Guided imagery has been identified as one of the most frequently recommended complementary
cancer therapies online (Schmidt and Ernst, 2004), and this technique harnesses the power of
imagination to form a mental representation of a place or situation which is then perceived by the
body through the senses (Post-White, 2002). Everything from the voice tone and the pacing of
the language to the choice of music is designed to create an immersive mind state to catalyze
changes in the mind, body and spirit.

This user-friendly form of meditation has become a well-established practice for cancer patients,
particularly in the United States. Visualization and guided imagery techniques were first
introduced as a psychological intervention for cancer patients by the pioneering husband and
wife medical team, the Simontons, during the 1970’s. Since then, a great deal of research has
come along to back up their work, including the discovery that there is no real difference
between the pattern of neurons fired in the brain between performing an action or imagining the
same action (Rizzolatti & Craighero, 2004).
Imagery is a truly powerful therapeutic tool with ancient roots, although it was derided by
Western science and medicine since shamanistic practices were challenged by the rise of modern
science until the 19th century, when developments in psychology and social science meant that
imagery was once more investigated. Founders of modern psychotherapy, Freud (1900) and then
Jung (1964) were both interested in the capacity of mental images to convey important
psychological information. Later, discoveries in neuroscience in the 20th prompted even greater
expansion of the interest in guided imagery.

Thanks to this exploration, it’s now known that imagery has many applications in health care,
particularly in the treatment of cancer patients. The Simontons delved into its benefits while
working at a cancer research institute in Texas during the 1970’s and 80’s, studying the impact
of visualization with patients. Their clinical observations led them to believe that patients could
be helped by learning to imagine their immune system overpowering cancer cells to strengthen
self-healing.

This is only one way in which cancer patients may use guided imagery to manage their illness,
however. Psycho-oncology, for example, emphasizes the importance of psychological factors on
the progression of cancer.

We still do not understand exactly the capacity of guided imagery to effect psychological and
physiological changes in the body, although there is a growing base of evidence showing its role
in pain management and control of symptoms (Roffe et all, 2006), plus the impact of guided
visualization on enhancing a patient’s psychological capacity to manage the illness. Kolbaca &
Fox completed a study in 1999 that demonstrated the effects of guided imagery on improving the
comfort of women undergoing radiation treatment for breast cancer that’s especially
groundbreaking.

Additionally, guided imagery techniques are often used to bring calmness and the sense of space
necessary to relieve pain and anxiety (Speigel, 1993; Lang and Paul, 1994), and it may also be
used to encourage the receptivity of treatment (Simonton et all, 1978). This form of therapy
allows individuals to feel a connection between the mind and body, aiding in the empowerment
necessary to help many overcome the difficulties in life, and in treatment.

The use of guided imagery for cancer has typically focused on four primary areas: pain
management, influencing surgical outcomes, improving quality of life and boosting immunity
(Lee, 1999). Sometimes this therapy encourages patients to direct their thoughts to the location
of a tumor or imagine their white blood cells attacking the cancer, while other times it involves
guiding the imagination to a peaceful situation where they can feel calm, safe and happy.

With over twenty years of research findings in many clinical trials, it’s surprising that guided
imagery has not yet become a universal, affordable and preventative health tool, much like
aspirin is used to reduce the likelihood of heart attacks or stroke in the future. Guided imagery is
a powerful, low-cost and effective tool that may be used by anyone, in conjunction with
traditional cancer treatments.
Resources:

Freud S (1900) The Interpretation of Dreams. Standard Edition 5. Hogarth Press, London.
Jung C (1964) Man and His Symbols. Doubleday Books, New York.
Kolcaba K & Fox C (1999) The effects of guided imagery on comfort of women with early stage
breast cancer undergoing radiation therapy. Oncology Nursing Forum. 26(1): 67-72.
Lee R. 1999. Guided imagery as supportive therapy in cancer treatment. Alternative Medicine
Alert 2: 61–64.
Post-White J. 2002. Clinical indication for use of imagery in oncology practice. In Voice
Massage, Scripts for Guided Imagery, Edwards DM (ed.). Oncology Nursing Society: Pittsburgh,
PA.
Rizzolatti G & Craighero L (2004) The mirror-neuron system. Annual Review of Neuroscience
27: 169-192.
Roffe L, Schmidt K & Ernst E (2005) A systematic review of guided imagery as an adjuvant
cancer therapy. Psycho-Oncology. 14(8): 607-17.
Simonton OC, Matthews-Simonton S, Creighton JO. 1978. Getting Well Again. J.P. Torcher
Inc.: Los Angeles.
Schmidt K, Ernst E. 2004. Assessing websites on complementary and alternative medicine for
cancer.
Spiegel D. 1993. Living Beyond Limits: New Hope and Health for Facing Life Threatening
Illness. Time Books: New York.

Source: https://www.guidedimagerydownloads.com/analysis-of-the-use-of-guided-imagery-for-cancer-
treatment/

B. ACTIVITY 2
Keywords: relaxation, visualize, short vizualisation, find a comfortable position, close your
eyes, breathe slowly, relax, notice your breath, deep, lengthen your breath, continue to breathe,
favourite image, mind, inhale, wiggle finger
Comments: In my opinion, this video is quite good. The way she explain how-to-do is great.
But, the duration wasn’t long enough for give us a-good-quality-guided-imagery. Especially for
some people who hard to concentrate, they need much time, longer than others. And
unfortunately, this video was like too fast. The way she explain steps is great, but not with the
illustration and time. At least, we still could use this video as a references to guide an guided-
imagery.
C. ACTIVITY 3
Nurse D : Good morning, Miss. I’m Nurse Dini. Can you spell your name and birth day?
Rara : Yes, good morning My name is Rara and I was born on July, 24th.
Nurse D : Okay, Miss. What can I help you?
Rara : Umm, yes. I am a college student, and this is my fourth year here. These past
years, of course there are many pressures, and had so many hard times. But these doesn’t
meaning so much to me. I think that was very normal for a college student like me. But, lately, I
feel more anxious. This is my last semester and I have to do the final project. I haven’t did this
before, so I have to concentrate and finish this before the due time.
Nurse D : Alright, Miss. I understand. I’ve been there too. That was very tiring. And then,
what do you feel?
Rara : These past month, maybe 3 or 4 months, I feel like a half dead-half alive. I feel
very pressured by this thesis and want to finish this immediately. But, every time I remember
about this thesis, I feel stressed. Tremors too, cold sweat, and I can’t sleep all night.
Nurse D : Alright, Miss. Is there anything else?
Rara : No, Mam. That’s it.
Nurse D : Okay, Miss. I understand what you feel. That feelings aren’t comfortable for
you, right?
Rara : Yes, Mam. What should I do?
Nurse D : I suggest you to do the guided-imagery therapy. In this therapy, you just have to
do the relaxation, inhale-and-exhale with imaging some places, or some time that calms you.
With guided, of course. So, you won’t do this independently.
Rara : Wow, sounds good. When we will do that?
Nurse D : Anytime, as you wish. Or, maybe you wanna try now?
Rara : Right now, please. So, what should I do now?
Nurse D : Wait a minute, I’ll give you some relaxing music and images, please follow the
directions
Rara : Alright, Mam.
And then they do the guided-imagery. After that…
Nurse D : How do you feel now, Ms. Rara?
Rara : Great. I feel much better. Can I do this at home?
Nurse D : I’m glad to hear that. Of course, you can. You can did this everytime you want.
Rara : Thank you for helping me, Nurse.
Nurse D : Your welcome. Good morning, Ms. Have a nice day.