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khang

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Research into which new field of science supports the idea that the human mind can alter the physiology of the body?
 
  a. macrobiotic reflexology c. mental imagery
  b. meditation d. psychoneuroimmunolo gy

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Folk healer-priests who have the power to heal by working with spirits to encourage their full return to an individual. These guardian of the spirits are known as:
 
  a. Ayurvedic healers c. root doctors
  b. medicine men d. shamans


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Reply #1 on: Jul 22, 2018
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The field of psychoneuroimmunolo gy (PNI) studies the complex relationship among the cognitive, affective, and physical facets of human beings, including how the brain transmits signals along the nerve pathways to enhance normal immune functioning. This research supports the concept that the human mind can alter physiology and that cells can be directly affected by emotions.

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Shamanism is the practice of entering altered states of consciousness to help others. The shaman or folk healer-priest acts as guardian of the spirits, using natural or supernatural forces or herbs to help others. Illness is considered to be the result of spirit loss, so the shaman acts as both priest and healer to encourage the spirits to return to the individual. The shaman may also use totems, ritual songs, foods, and clothing to connect to the spirit world.


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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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