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Table 18-5

Lifestyle Modifications for Treatment of Psychiatric Disorders

Level of EvidenceLifestyle Modification
Substantial evidence

  • Exercise

  • Yoga

  • Healthy sleep habits

  • Meditation and mindfulness

  • Psychotherapy (supportive, interpersonal, cognitive-behavioral, dialectical behavioral, or mindfulness based)

Intermediate evidenceAcupuncture
Limited evidence

  • Smoking cessation

  • Elimination or limitation of caffeine intake and alcohol intake

  • Biofeedback

  • Relaxation training