
ERIC Number: EJ455382
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1992
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Psychosocial Treatment of Life-Threatening Disease: A Wellness Model.
Zimpfer, David G.
Journal of Counseling and Development, v71 n2 p203-09 Nov-Dec 1992
Describes wellness approach to counseling for health and possible recovery from bodily disease, especially cancer. Model described attempts to position body so as to marshal its instinctive health forces and reduce destructive attitudes, assumptions, beliefs, and behaviors. Notes that model is holistic in that it treats body, mind, spirit, and emotions in eclectic way that ultimately empowers client. (Author/NB)
Descriptors: Cancer, Counseling Techniques, Diseases, Health Promotion, Holistic Approach, Mental Health, Models, Well Being, Wellness
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - General
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Language: English
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