The Influence Of Fear In Sickness

By Leander Edmund Whipple

Book Overview

The book titled ""The Influence of Fear in Sickness"" is written by Whipple, Leander Edmund. The book explores the impact of fear on physical and mental health. The author delves into the concept of psychosomatic illness, which is the idea that mental and emotional factors can contribute to physical symptoms. The book discusses how fear can lead to stress, anxiety, and depression, which can weaken the immune system and make the body more susceptible to illness. The author also examines the role of fear in the doctor-patient relationship, and how fear can affect a patient's willingness to seek medical attention or comply with treatment. The book provides insights into how healthcare professionals can better communicate with their patients to alleviate fear and anxiety.The book is written in a scholarly and informative style, with references to scientific studies and medical research. It is aimed at healthcare professionals, medical students, and anyone interested in the intersection of psychology and medicine. Overall, ""The Influence of Fear in Sickness"" is a thought-provoking and informative read that sheds light on the important role of emotions in health and wellness.THIS 20 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Mental Healing, by Leander Edmund Whipple. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766136418.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: 1425368522
• ISBN13: 9781425368524
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.29 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"