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In *Anatomy of an Illness as Perceived by the Patient*, Norman Cousins argues that patients must accept a degree of responsibility for their recovery. Drawing from his personal struggle with a severe disease and collaborative work with his doctor, he shows how stress, mind‑body awareness, and willpower can mobilize the body's own healing mechanisms. Cousins' observations align with findings from leading medical research centers, and his ideas have gained acceptance among the medical profession. The book blends a biographical narrative with psychological and physiological insights, encouraging readers to recognize the power of personal agency in managing health and overcoming disability.
First publish date: 1979
Genre: Health & Medicine/General Health
Authors: Norman Cousins
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