Explain the history and practice of transcendental meditation


?Transcendental meditation (TM) was introduced as a technique in the mid-20th century by Marharishi Mahesh Yogi, a physicist who spent years developing a simple form of meditation that could be easily taught and learned. His global educational campaign helped popularize meditation in Western cultures. TM generally consists of a standardized program with regular classes over the course of several weeks or months. Students are expected to practice daily. TM uses a mantra, not solely as a focus for concentration but as a vehicle to "automatic self-transcending," a process in which one attempts to reach a higher state of being through meditation.

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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The autoreactive CD4 T cells of elderly people with rheumatoid arthritis _____. (Select all that apply.)

a. express high levels of CD28 b. are predominantly anergic c. express KIR2DS2 d. are highly susceptible to apoptosis in inflamed joints e. produce IFN-?.

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The medical word emesis means ________

A) "loose stools" B) "difficulty swallowing" C) "vomiting" D) "excessive gas"

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Which organization sets the standards for diagnosing eating disorders?

A. Centers for Disease Control B. American Medical Association C. American Psychiatric Association D. World Health Organization

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