Opening up: The Healing Power of Expressing Emotions (Paperback)

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"So talk about it, and if it seems no one is listening, then write it down. It's such a relief!" --Kathryn LaBarbera, "Booklist"
.,."There is something freeing about getting things off one's chest.'...According to Pennebaker's book however, confession is good not only for one's soul but for one's blood pressure, insomnia, psychological well-being, and immune function. In "Opening Up: The Healing Power of Confiding in Others," Pennebaker summarizes findings from his 10 year research program on the consequences of confiding one's secrets and offers advice regarding how to use confession to enhance psychological and physical health...Pennebaker buttresses conclusions based on his extensive research with case studies, which include not only cases of individuals but of entire cities....I found them to be engaging and useful...He does an exemplary job of walking the fine line between a professional volume and a trade book...Pennebaker's research has already made a valuable contribution to the study of psychological processes in health, and this book pulls together his findings and speculations about this fascinating line of work. "Opening Up" is an engaging, provocative book that will be of interest to lay readers, behavioral researchers, and therapists alike." --Mark R. Leary, "Contemporary Psychology"
.,"Superb book." --Henry Dreher, "Natural Health"
"Written more for general consumption, Pennebaker gives a gripping look at how psychological science is best done. He makes his results relevant and exciting, but the science seems solid. Pennebaker provides substantial empirical support for significant mental and physical health effects arising from religious practices such asconfession, reconciliation, and forgiveness."
--Robert J. Lovinger, PhD, Professor of Psychology, Central Michigan University
"Dr. Pennebaker has demonstrated that expressing emotions appears to protect the body against damaging internal stresses and seems to have long-term health benefits." --Daniel Goleman, in "The New York Times"
"This book is the very best that scientific psychology has to offer. Pennebaker has made remarkable discoveries that show how disclosing our deepest secrets can make us well...throws open new doors of understanding and offers new hope for gaining control of our lives." --Daniel M. Wegner, author of "White Bears and Other Unwanted Thoughts"
"Some of the most important findings published in psychology in the past decade. This work, if followed, would change the lives of millions of people." --Robert Ornstein, PhD, co-author of "Healthy Pleasures"


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This book would appeal to readers interested in understanding the relationship between emotional and physical health, and in minimizing the harmful effects of stress. Written for a general audience, the book also contains much of value to

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Long before the Spanish conquered the New World, the natives of what is now North and South America had elaborate confession rituals wherein tribe members disclosed their transgressions to others. Read the first page Browse Sample Pages
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Most Helpful Customer Reviews   4 of 4 people found the following review helpful: 5.0 out of 5 stars The value of opening up, 20 May 2001 By A Customer This is one of the most thoughtful books I have read. It is a mix of science and compassion. After reading it, I now have a much better sense of writing and its effects on health. Comment Comment | Permalink | Was this review helpful to you? Yes No (Report this)   5 of 9 people found the following review helpful: 2.0 out of 5 stars Not what it's cracked up to be, 29 April 2000 By A Customer The reviews of this book are outstanding, I was led to believe that there were new insights and discoveries that had been made through the expressive power of writing. This was simply not the case. The book is NOT a work book offering help in a guided way but rather one of those well put together 'touch on the subject' pop psychology books. Pennebaker has made an entertaining read out of the same message. That is, opening up appears to be good for you. Disappointing! :| Comment Comment (1) | Permalink | Was this review helpful to you? Yes No (Report this) Share your thoughts with other customers: Create your own review › See all 2 customer reviews...		Ad feedback   Search Customer Reviews Only search this product's reviews

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