Study #44 · Chapter F
Air ions, mood, and relaxation
Original title: Air ions and mood outcomes: a review and meta-analysis.
- Authors
- Vanessa Perez, Dominik D. Alexander, William H. Bailey
- Journal
- BMC Psychiatry
- Year
- 2013
Summary
This review and meta-analysis assessed 33 experimental studies on positive and negative air ions and their influence on mood, anxiety, relaxation, sleep, comfort, and depressive symptoms. The review found no consistent effect on anxiety, general mood, relaxation, sleep, or comfort. In some studies, negative air ions, especially at higher exposure, were linked to lower depression scores. The authors call for follow-up research.
What was investigated
Researchers performed a review and meta-analysis of studies regarding positive and negative air ions and their impact on mood, anxiety, relaxation, sleep, comfort, and depressive symptoms. A total of 33 experimental human studies published between 1957 and 2012 were included.
What were the findings
The results suggest that air ions may influence mood, depending on the type of exposure and study design.
Why relevant for halotherapy
Not a direct halotherapy study, but relevant for treatment room experience, relaxation, and air quality.
Original publication
Vanessa Perez, Dominik D. Alexander, William H. Bailey. Air ions and mood outcomes: a review and meta-analysis. BMC Psychiatry, 2013.
pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23320516/This summary has been prepared for readability and does not replace the original scientific publication. Consult the source via the link for the full context. Halotherapy is a complementary approach to promoting health and does not replace medical treatment or advice from your treating physician.