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The Anatomy of Hope: How People Prevail in the Face of Illness is a 2003 book by Jerome Groopman. The book was first published in hardback on December 23, 2003 through Random House and deals with the subject of hope and its effect on illnesses.
- Jerome E. Groopman
- 2003
Jan 1, 2003 · It discusses the biochemical changes related to hope and the physician's role in fostering real hope when applicable but not encouraging false hope. Dr. Groopman examines his early experiences as a doctor, mistakes he made and lessons he learned.
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Jul 12, 2009 · Abstract: In "The Anatomy of Hope," Dr. Jerome Groopman, Professor and Chairman of Department of Medicine, Harvard Medical School, tells extraordinary stories of hope in coping with conventionally hopeless diseases and suffering. Biologically, hope may stimulate the release of internal painkiller molecules.
Sep 1, 2004 · But The Anatomy of Hope is a sober and thoughtful book with real medical value. In his introduction, Groopman, who is also a staff writer for The New Yorker, admits that he was once cynical of claims that hope could affect a patient’s physical and mental health.
With appreciation for the human elements and the science, Groopman explains how to distinguish true hope from false hope-and how to gain an honest understanding of the reach and limits of this essential emotion.
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- Jerome Groopman
About The Anatomy of Hope. Why do some people find and sustain hope during difficult circumstances, while others do not? What can we learn from those who do, and how is their example applicable to our own lives?
Jan 11, 2005 · With appreciation for the human elements and the science, Groopman explains how to distinguish true hope from false hope–and how to gain an honest understanding of the reach and limits of this essential emotion.
