Healthy pleasures
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Healthy pleasures
Addison-Wesley, c1989
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Includes bibliographical references and index
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ISBN 9780201126693
Description
Written by a physician and psychologist-brain researcher, this delightful book synthesizes the latest findings of immunobiology, genetics, and psychology to show that we have been genetically programmed to enjoy what is good for us--including sex, a big hug, a good laugh, a good cry, an occasional meal of steak and fries, and more.
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: pbk ISBN 9780201523850
Description
Imagine a medical treatment that can decrease heart disease, boost immune function, relieve depression, and block pain,whose only side effect is that it makes you feel good. It's safe, inexpensive, and readily available, No, it's not a miracle drug rather, these benefits come from the experience of pleasure itself. And this pleasure prescription is filled in the internal pharmacy of the brain.Psychologist Robert Ornstein and physician David Sobel deliver the latest scientific evidence that pleasures,from saunas to siestas, chocolate to charity,and positive attitudes,from happiness to optimism,are not only enjoyable but also good for you.
Table of Contents
The Pleasure Principle * The Pleasure Principle * Civilization and Its Displeasures * The New Science of Mood Medicine The Virtues Of Sensuality * Coming to Your Senses * Good Scents and Good Sex * Consuming Passions * Why Kill Yourself to Save Your Life? * The Rest Mental Investment * And the Pursuit of Happiness * The Optimism Antidote * Telling Yourself a Good Story * Investing in Yourself * Indulging Yourself * Selfless Pleasures * Healthy Pleasure Points
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