Complementary & alternative health (HSC SSCE Personal Development and Physical Education): Flashcards
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What is complementary medicine?
What is complementary medicine?
Used with standard treatments for a complete health approach.
Define alternative medicine.
Define alternative medicine.
Practices that replace regular medicine, often traditional.
What does CAM stand for?
What does CAM stand for?
Complementary and Alternative Medicine, combining both approaches.
How does globalisation affect CAM?
How does globalisation affect CAM?
Spreads different CAM therapies worldwide, connecting countries.
What demographic mainly uses CAM in Australia?
What demographic mainly uses CAM in Australia?
Primarily middle-aged women are the main users.
What are common examples of CAM therapies?
What are common examples of CAM therapies?
Includes acupuncture and herbal medicine for health.
How does individualism influence CAM?
How does individualism influence CAM?
Promotes personal choice and health management freedom.
What role does the internet play in CAM?
What role does the internet play in CAM?
Provides knowledge and resources about CAM practices.
What is WHO's stance on CAM?
What is WHO's stance on CAM?
Supports CAM and promotes policies for alternative medicine.
How effective are some CAM treatments?
How effective are some CAM treatments?
They help where conventional medicine may not work.