10/27/2024
I don't understand why you just leave me alone.
- I know what I want to do.
- Michigan: Michigan Department of Attorney General
- 💊: I don't like pills.
- Holistic Medicine
Medicine
characterized by the treatment of the whole person, taking into account mental and social factors, rather than just the symptoms of an illness.
"many people conclude that holistic medicines are beneficial"
Natural aka Holism
Holism is the interdisciplinary idea that systems possess properties as wholes apart from the properties of their component parts.
The aphorism "The whole is greater than the sum of its parts", typically attributed to Aristotle, is often given as a glib summary of this proposal.
The concept of holism can inform the methodology for a broad array of scientific fields and lifestyle practices.
When applications of holism are said to reveal properties of a whole system beyond those of its parts, these qualities are referred to as emergent properties of that system.
Holism in all contexts is often placed in opposition to reductionism, a dominant notion in the philosophy of science that systems containing parts contain no unique properties beyond those parts.
Proponents of holism consider the search for emergent properties within systems to be demonstrative of their perspective.
Lifestyle applications:
The term holism is also sometimes used in the context of various lifestyle practices, such as dieting, education, and healthcare, to refer to ways of life that either supplement or replace conventional practices. In these contexts, holism is not necessarily a rigorous or well-defined methodology for obtaining a particular lifestyle outcome. It is sometimes simply an adjective to describe practices which account for factors that standard forms of these practices may discount, especially in the context of alternative medicine.
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Holism
# # # # What is Alternative Medicine?
**Alternative medicine** is a broad term that encompasses various medical modalities that are not typically part of conventional Western medicine. These practices often include ancient Eastern techniques such as **acupuncture**, **Tai Chi**, and **herbal medicine**, as well as other therapies like **Reiki** and **chiropractic care**.
# # # # Types of Alternative Medicine
Alternative medicine can be categorized into two main types:
1. **Complementary Medicine**: This is used alongside standard medical treatments. For example, someone undergoing chemotherapy might use acupuncture to help manage pain.
2. **Alternative Medicine**: This is used instead of standard medical treatments. Many alternative therapies lack rigorous scientific validation and may not have been thoroughly tested in clinical trials.
# # # # Characteristics and Considerations
Alternative medicine often lacks **biological plausibility** and **evidence of effectiveness**, which distinguishes it from conventional medicine that relies on the scientific method for testing therapies. While some alternative treatments may be low-risk, others can pose significant health risks, especially if they are used in place of proven medical therapies.
# # # # Integrative Approaches
There is also a growing trend towards **integrative medicine**, which combines complementary and alternative practices with conventional medical treatments. This approach aims to provide a more holistic view of patient care.
In summary, while alternative medicine offers various approaches to health and wellness, it is essential to approach these modalities with caution and to consider the lack of scientific backing for many of these practices.
- 🇺🇸🗽🪶 Medicine Woman
Black Hippy Earth
Kania Kennedy / Kania Kennedy
Kania, A Diva Medicine Woman TM
kaniakerma / Kania Kerma
So I need the money so I can heal.
They don't do this:
Eastern techniques such as
**acupuncture**
**Tai Chi**
**herbal medicine**
**Reiki**
**chiropractic care**
**Massage**
- Stroke, Aphasia, Apraxia
That's why I give you the money: Malpractice
So I can heal.
And you took that money... Why?
- 😯🧐🤔
Dana Nessel
No because you took my money so I can't heal...
Why are you ...why would you do this?
I need answers.
Sincerely,
Kania H. Kennedy
