Body of Knowledge: An Introduction to Body/Mind Psychology

by Robert L. Marrone

This book introduces readers to the many facets of body/mind psychology such as its history and its basis in physiological processes; the framework of its theories and models; its clinical application in counseling, psychotherapy, and the treatment of psychosomatic disorders; and its growing impact on our understanding of healing, communication, and conscious living.

From Freud, Reich, and Lowen to holography and Tibetan Buddhist theories of madness; from Perls, Laslow, and self-actualization to acupressure, Rolfing, and insight medication; Marrone provides a challenging and sophisticated synthesis of highly diverse and powerful ideas in an exciting and readable style.

176 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1990

Reviews

[Lura · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good information about the physical expression of emotion and trauma as tension, body language, and illness. Well-written and organized, very readable and not overly technical. There are some case studies and suggestions about using this theory in practice, but not enough.