ABSTRACT
Pain is felt by everyone, yet understanding its nature is fragmented across myriad modes of thought. In this compact, yet thoroughly integrative account uniting medical science, psychology, and the humanities Ronald Schleifer offers a deep and complex understanding along with possible strategies of dealing with pain in its most overwhelming forms. A perfect addition to many courses in medicine, healthcare, counseling psychology, and social work.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
part |19 pages
Introduction
part I|56 pages
The Nature of Pain
part II|51 pages
Experiences of Pain
chapter 6|26 pages
The Politics and Spirituality of Pain
Infants, Women, Torture, Religion, Pleasure and Pain
part III|21 pages
Living with Pain