Vol. 4, Issue 10, Part B (2018)

Abstract
The present study highlights the effectiveness of Jacobson’s progressive muscle relaxation technique on level of anxiety in persons suffering from alcohol dependence. 50 samples each from experimental and control group were selected by convenient sampling technique. Data was collected using modified state trait anxiety inventory, analyzed and interpreted by using descriptive and inferential statistics. Average change in anxiety score of experimental group was 46.0 which were 0.000 for control group. This study depicted that Jacobson’s progressive muscle relaxation technique is very effective in treating anxiety in persons suffering from alcohol dependence admitted at selected hospitals of Vijayapur. It is suggested that Jacobson’s progressive muscle relaxation technique should be practiced as an integral part of the nursing profession by the nurse working in hospitals, community and rehabilitation centers.