Mind And Medicine

By Thomas W. Salmon

Book Overview

Mind and Medicine is a comprehensive book written by Thomas W. Salmon that explores the relationship between the mind and medicine. The book delves into the concept of psychosomatic medicine, which is the study of how the mind can affect physical health. Salmon examines the history of psychosomatic medicine, from its origins in ancient times to modern-day approaches.The book covers a range of topics, including the placebo effect, the mind-body connection, and the role of stress in illness. It also explores the use of meditation, hypnosis, and other mind-body techniques in medical treatment.Salmon draws on his extensive experience as a physician and researcher to provide a balanced and informative overview of the field. He presents scientific evidence and case studies to support his arguments and offers practical advice for patients and healthcare professionals.Overall, Mind and Medicine is an insightful and thought-provoking read that will appeal to anyone interested in the intersection of mind and body in health and healing.Examines Attitudes Of Medicine Toward Insanity, The Psychoneuroses, And Other Mental Problems. Also Looks At The Origins Of The Present-Day Attitudes Of Medicine Towards The Mind.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1428625771
• ISBN13: 9781428625778
• Release Date: June 2006
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 108 Pages
• Weight: 0.37 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"