Emotional Problems page 189

“Emotional or psychological problems, ranging from chronic anxiety to full-blown psychosis, are probably as common as backaches or colds-and probably contribute in some measure to common “physical” problems (like backaches and colds).

Here, we can only touch lightly on the subject, giving a sampling of home remedies that have worked for some people. We might add that many emotional problems of a relatively minor nature are helped by such simple “home remedies” as companionship and learning to express your emotions. These everyday remedies are discussed in the section Stress Relievers in Everyday Life.”