Question

1. IF CAM therapies focus is on wellness, how does this focus differ from allopathic medicine? 2. CAM therapies are often personalized. How does this individualization contrast with modern allopathic medicine? 3. Why is it insufficient to rely on a century's worth of anecdotal evidence for alternative therapies?

Answer 1

1. Complementary therapies

are therapies used in addition to conventional treatment recommended by a person's health care provider. do not substitute but rather complement the conventional treatment

complementary therapies include :-

include exercises, massage, reflexology, prayer, biofeedback, creative therapies (art, music, or dance therapy), guided imagery, acupuncture, relaxation strategies, chiropractic therapy, therapeutic touch, and herbalism

# alternative therapies

often include the same interventions as complementary therapies, but frequently become the primary treatment modality that replaces allopathic medicine

2. CAT beliefs

- Mind, body, and spirit are integrated and contribute to health and illness.

- Health is a state characterized by a dynamic balance of mind, body, and spirit.

- Illness is a manifestation of imbalance or disharmony.

- Symptoms area sign or reflection of a deeper instability within the person; restoring physical and mental harmony will alleviate the symptoms.

- Healing is done by the patient; care is individualized

- Healing is a natural, slow process involving the mind, body, and spirit.

# Allopathic Therapies beliefs

- Illness occurs in either the mind or body, which are separate entities.

- Health is the absence of disease.

- The main cause of illness are considered to be pathogens (bacteria or viruses) or biochemical imbalances-Illness is an event caused by an external agent.

- curing seeks to destroy the invading organism or repair the affected part.

- emphasis is on disease and high technology. drugs, surgery, and radiation are among the key tools for dealing with medical problems.