Psychosomatics: how emotions affect health

Surely each of you has heard the expression: “All diseases are from the nerves.” And probably most people agree with that. However, as soon as we happen to get sick, we immediately forget about this statement.

We strive to get the most physical help from a doctor as soon as possible. When a person recovers, he again does not mind arguing that all diseases are from nerves.

In general, is this statement correct? And if so, then why do people treat him so lightly? Statistics show that at least 70% of diseases are provoked by stress, emotional distress and excessive emotions. Continue reading →