Mind, body meet in tragedy
14 August 2015 - 02:05
Could losing a loved one result in arthritis? To many it would seem unlikely, but according to an in-depth study at the University of Cape Town the answer is yes. Researcher Lukoye Atwoli said some "surprise findings" came out of his study, which established a direct link between emotional trauma, mental disorders and chronic physical conditions.
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