57 pages 1 hour read

Gabor Maté

When the Body Says No: The Cost of Hidden Stress

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2003

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Gabor Maté's When the Body Says No explores the links between stress and illness with compelling insights. Praised for its compassionate and thought-provoking analysis, the book offers valuable understanding of the mind-body connection. However, some critics find his conclusions speculative and desire more empirical evidence. The blend of science and personal anecdotes provides a profound yet occasionally controversial perspective.

Who should read this

Who Should Read When the Body Says No?

Readers who would enjoy When the Body Says No by Gabor Maté are typically interested in the intersection of mind and body health, especially how stress impacts wellness. Similar readers appreciate works like Jon Kabat-Zinn's Wherever You Go, There You Are and Bessel van der Kolk's The Body Keeps the Score, which delve into holistic health and trauma recovery.

Recommended

Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Topics
Psychology
Science / Nature
Health / Medicine
Genre
Self Help
Psychology
Themes
Relationships: Family
Life/Time: Childhood & Youth
Self Discovery