Virtual shrinks: hugs and help from cyberspace

Article Abstract:

One new feature of the Internet is 'virtual therapy,' which allows people with psychological problems to get advice from mental-health professionals or counselors, usually for a fee. The Internet also offers newsgroups for people with problems ranging from stress to mental illness.

Internet, Mental health, Information services, World Wide Web, Psychotherapy, Psychology, Self-care, Health, Self care (Health)

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Can you think yourself well?

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Many people believe that positive thinking helps the body ward off illness, but further research reveals that it is more repression of emotions, either good or bad, which negatively effects the immune system. Positive attitudes are helpful but only if they are not faked.

Psychological aspects, Research, Immune system, Mind and body, Psychoneuroimmunology, Mental healing

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The shaman's cure

Article Abstract:

The use of shamanism in treating illnesses and diseases still persists. Some academics and psychotherapists employ shamanism into their practice believing that souls affect all aspects of life, including sickness of varying types.

Physiological aspects, Spirits, Spirits (Supernatural beings), Shamanism

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