Mosby's Complementary & Alternative Medicine Passcode: A Research-Based Approach

Freeman, Lyn, Ph.D.

ISBN 10: 0323094031 ISBN 13: 9780323094030

Verlag: Mosby, 2008

Inhaltsangabe

• More than 200 photographs and illustrations and 15 new line drawings clarify the material and make learning easier.
• A highly readable style simplifies complex concepts and keeps the material interesting.
• Current, research-based information explores the efficacy of many therapies so you can make decisions with confidence.
• Healing methods are emphasized, rather than systems.
• A topical organization lets you use what you need for your own practice, without having to read through extraneous detail.
• Chapter openers show why the content of the chapter is important, what is covered, and what objectives will be met. Features include:
• Why Read this Chapter?
• Chapter at a Glance
• Chapter Objectives
• An Expert Speaks boxes highlight the personal experience of well-known researchers and practitioners in each discipline, discussing the historical context of research, current contributions, and future directions.
• Critical Thinking and Clinical Application Questions show real-world situations so you can test and apply your knowledge.
• Points to Ponder help you tie together and interpret facts.
• A Closer Look boxes expand upon case study reviews and clinical application examples.
• Learning Opportunities suggest activities for interacting with health care professionals.
• Summary tables show outcomes from important clinical trials at a glance.
• Appendices provide information on CAM resources and contacts.
• A free Evolve companion website includes regular updates of content, student activities, and full-color images.

• Three new chapters:
• Reiki describes this popular CAM therapy and how it can be used along with related ethical and legal issues.
• Measurement of the Human Biofield explores cutting-edge technology and research into the biofield as well as theories about the implications of mind-body regulation.
• The Future of Ethnomedicine offers views of health and sickness from around the world, including perspectives that differ from traditional instruction and media portrayals.
• Includes the latest information on professional licensing.
• Seven new interviews are included, plus updates to previous interviews.

Details zur Ausgabe

• Verlag: Mosby
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2008
• Sprache: Englisch
• ISBN 10: 0323094031
• ISBN 13: 9780323094030
• Einband: Gedruckter Zugangscode
• Auflage: 3
• Anzahl der Seiten: 640
• Kontakt zum Hersteller: Nicht verfügbar
• Verantwortliche Person: Barbara Criscuolo; b.criscuolo@lswr.it; ; Via Spadolini, 7; Milano; 20141; Italien