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. psychoneuroimmunology
D
The field of psychoneuroimmunology (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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a. true b. false