‘Health’ at Psychology, Philosophy and Real Life, Page 2

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Making Friends With The Cat: Anthropomorphism Is Good For You

Last updated 23rd January 2008

New research from the University of Chicago suggests that anthropomorphism — giving human characteristics to animals, things, or supernatural beings, and forming relationships with them — helps people deal with loneliness.

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Thinking Ourselves Into Health (In Housework and in Therapy)

Last updated 13th December 2007

A study shows that just a subjective awareness that we are doing something healthy causes actual improvements in our health. Does this give any clues about how therapy works?

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The Client Knows Best

Last updated 20th November 2007

“Decades of studies show that people who say their health is poor are likely to die sooner than those who rate their health excellent, even after controlling for how sick people actually are.” What can this mean? It seems we are our own best sources of information…

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Tsunami and Earthquake Discussion and Support Forum Launches

Last updated 30th December 2004

Our discussion and support forum opens a dedicated section for those whose lives have been affected by the 2004 earthquake and tsunami which struck in southern Asia. If you are involved in the relief effort, if you have lost friends or relatives in the tragedy, or if you are just trying to come to grips with the sheer cost of the tsunami in terms of human life and suffering, please join us.

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Pro Anorexia on Xanga and Across the Web

Last updated 30th November 2004

Informal research reveals a growing quantity of material that is ‘pro anorexia’ on Xanga, on other community portals and discussion forums, and across the web. A significant group of people would specifically like to learn how to be anorexic. This article explores the pro anorexia phenomenon from a therapeutic perspective, emphasizing fundamental respect for the individual and his or her choices. (Originally published October 2004.)

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