"When the Body Says NO -The cost of hidden stress" By Gabor Mate

This book explores the link between stress and chronic illness, arguing that emotional repression, rooted in childhood experiences, can significantly contribute to the development of various diseases. The author draws upon personal encounters with patients, case studies, and scientific research to support the idea that repressed emotions disrupt the body's delicate balance, making it more susceptible to illness. The book examines the interplay of the nervous, endocrine, and immune systems and emphasizes the importance of understanding the underlying emotional causes of illness to facilitate healing.