Explore how ideas shape perception and bodily function in therapy, and what this means for mind and body.
This nonfiction work explains how suggestion, hypnosis, and relaxation can influence what we feel and how we act. It covers classic approaches to psychotherapy, including suggestion and psychoanalysis, and discusses how mental practices like relaxation and training can strengthen nerve resistance. The discussion stays practical, showing how ideas can produce real changes in function and perception, and how therapists use these ideas to help patients. What you’ll experience
- Clear explanations of how thoughts and emotions can modify heart rate, breathing, and sensory perception
- Overview of therapeutic methods, including suggestion, hypnosis, and relaxation techniques
- Discussion of the limits and safeguards of psychotherapeutic practice
- Guidance on applying mind-body concepts to support recovery and well-being
Ideal for readers curious about the science of mind–body connections and the practical uses of psychotherapy.