The Role of Belief and Ritual in Healing

Abstract: A 6 page discussion of the importance of belief and ritual in the healing process. The author points out that both can be either simplistic or complex and uses the example of percussion as a ritual that is common to many cultures. Data is presented that percussion is indeed of medical benefit to some individuals. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

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Catagory: Disease, Treatment, & Epidemiology

Subcatagory: Medicine, Medical Issues, & Pharmacy

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