How Do Baths Work to Relieve Depression and Anxiety?
A study from the University of Freiburg found that taking hot baths twice a week can improve mood. It also found that the benefits were greater than aerobic exercise. The researchers cited the benefits of a warm, relaxing bath before bed to help ease anxious thoughts and sleep.
Serotonin
Depression is thought to be related to low levels of serotonin, a feel-good chemical that is released by the brain in response to increased body temperature. This chemical is then acted upon by serotonin-releasing neurons to produce a feeling of well-being.
Studies
The University of Freiburg researchers studied 45 people with depression, which was considered to be a mild form of the condition. Each person was given a warm, 40C bath for 30 minutes. Their scores on a depression scale were reduced by six points. They also wrapped themselves in warm blankets for 20 minutes.
What can Reduce Anxiety
There are numerous ways to reduce the symptoms of depression, including a warm shower, which helps relax the muscles and reduces anxiety. Another form of treatment, cold water therapy, is known to have antidepressant effects. These baths are a form of meditation, where participants concentrate on the present moment.
Cold water therapy is similar to hot baths in that the brain responds to a change in temperature by firing serotonin-releasing neurons. In addition, endorphins are produced when the body is exposed to cold. While more research is needed, the use of baths to treat depression may be beneficial.
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