Elena Melnik's book Psychosomatic Diseases: Risk Factors, Detection, Prevention is not just a textbook or a medical guide, but a real guide to understanding the complex and multifaceted world of the relationship between the psyche and the body. In an era when stress, anxiety and emotional overload are becoming an integral part of everyday life, this book opens the reader’s eyes to how psychological factors can turn into real physical ailments, and offers effective methods for their prevention and early detection. The author, a well-known specialist in the field of psychosomatics, masterfully reveals the mechanism of the onset of diseases, which are often perceived as purely medical, but in fact have deep roots in the emotional and psychological state of a person. The book examines in detail such common and complex conditions as hypertension, peptic ulcer disease, bronchial asthma, migraines and even cardiovascular diseases, showing that often the reason for their appearance lies in internal conflicts, stress or suppressed emotions. Melnik not only explains how psychosomatic factors affect health, but also teaches the reader to recognize the first signs of possible problems, which makes the book a valuable tool for specialists and a wide audience. What is particularly appealing about this book is the practical approach. Its pages are filled not only with theoretical knowledge, but also with specific recommendations on the prevention and management of stress, self-regulation techniques and methods of psychological support. Elena Viktorovna shares unique cases that help to understand how internal experiences can transform into physical symptoms, and how important it is to respond to the body’s signals in a timely manner. The reader will learn about the methods of psychological correction, as well as how to change lifestyle to reduce the risk of developing psychosomatic diseases. The book “Psychosomatic Diseases: Risk Factors, Detection, Prevention” is intended for a wide audience from medical professionals, psychologists and educators to those who just care about their health and want to understand how to maintain harmony between body and soul. It will be of interest to people aged 25 to 60 years, especially those who are faced with chronic ailments or experience stressful situations that interfere with a full life. The book will also be a valuable source of information for medical and psychological students, as well as for anyone interested in modern approaches to disease prevention. Elena Viktorovna Melnik’s style is a combination of scientific rigor and accessibility, which makes complex topics understandable and fascinating. Her other well-known work in the field of psychosomatics and psychological medicine confirms her reputation as a competent and thoughtful specialist, able to convey important knowledge to a wide audience. The book traces her special attitude to man as a holistic system, where the psyche and body are inextricably linked, and it is this idea that makes her work truly unique and relevant. If you are looking for a book that will help you understand the causes of your ailments, teach you how to manage stress and prevent the development of serious diseases, “Psychosomatic diseases: risk factors, detection, prevention” Elena Viktorovna Melnyk will become an indispensable assistant for you. It will not only expand your knowledge about health, but also inspire a conscious attitude to your inner world and body, which is the key to a long and harmonious life.