Wellness: Just a State of Mind?

Is it possible that we choose our illnesses in a subconscious way to avoid conflict? To gain attention? To punish ourselves? According to Dr. Taylor's research these factors all play an important part in illness. What's more, Dr. Taylor also draws attention to a startling observation from his work with cancer patients; when the patient's doctor did not support the idea of the patient's mind having a role in their wellness, the patient died regardless of the treatment used.