Uncomplicated birth seems to be the blueprint for coping with all later difficult situations in life. Various complications, such as prolonged and debilitating delivery, the use of forceps, or heavy anesthesia appear to be correlated to specific problems in dealing with future projects of all kinds. The same is true for induced birth, premature delivery, and Caesarean section.
Stanislav GrofAbout author
- Author's profession: Psychologist
- Nationality: czechoslovakian
- Born: July 1, 1931
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