mind and body therapies

Mind-Body Therapies The mind and body are so completely connected that physical activities such as yoga and dance have healthful effects not only on the body but also on mental ailments such as depression and anxiety. Conversely, mental approaches such as hypnosis and imagery benefit physical problems such as hypertension and immune deficiency. Having an understanding of the mind-body connection helps us to see why CAM interventions prove helpful in the treatment of depression. For …

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