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Norman cousins s iconic firsthand account of victory against terminal disease, anatomy of an illness as perceived by the patient inspired a revolution, encouraging patients to take charge of their own treatment. Brief history of norman cousins his condition steadily improved and he slowly regained the use of his limbs. She is the author of numerous texts, including nursing. Get the best deal by comparing prices from over 100,000 booksellers. Jean watson is an american nurse theorist and nursing professor who is best known for her theory of human caring. A really good yarn community foundation for mississippi. Enjoy the best norman cousins quotes at brainyquote. Anatomy of an illness as perceived by the patient by. Norman cousins laughter cure is a true account of a man who laughed himself to wellness. Cousins attended teachers college, columbia university, and began his editorial career in 1934. National advisory council citizens for global solutions.
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