Mind-Body Harmony

Question 1

Afi suffered a badly broken ankle in a car accident and had to undergo surgery to have it repaired. As the bone healed, he began to feel better, and was soon able to walk on it with the aid of a single crutch. During a follow-up appointment, a nurse mentioned that most people with his type of injury continue having pain for many months and require significant physical therapy. When he returned for his next follow-up appointment a few weeks later, Afi was back to using two crutches and reported that he was in significant pain. What most likely caused the deterioration in Afi’s condition?

Answer 1

He was affected by the nocebo effect.

Question 2

An improvement in a patient’s condition is likely due to:

Answer 2

Both their faith in the healer and the efficacy of the treatment.

Question 3

A person who adapts well in the face of adversity and stress is:

Answer 3

Resilient

Question 4

During transcendental meditation, a person repeats a particular phrase called a:

Answer 4

Mantra

Question 5

True or False? Meditation involves focusing on what your mind is doing without judgment.

Answer 5

True