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Session 1 Lecture
Session 1 Summary: This lesson addresses the question, "Why is Contemporary and
Alternative Medicine (CAM)?" by going over common practices. In this session, we
will see how the mind affects the entire body and how it relates to CAM
Lesson Content:
What is it (CAM)?
Contemporary and Alternative medicine (CAM) is any treatment outside of
conventional medicine (allopathic). Additional terms that are used when describing
CAM are natural medicine, homeopathic or ancient/traditional medicine. Most of the
common practices look to prevent illness and disease.
Common Practices
Common practices include:
-Traditional medicine: indigenous or folk medicine. Example: Traditional Chinese
Medicine
-Natural Medicine: using herbal or natural products
-Mind-Body Therapies: hypnosis, Yoga
-Energy Therapy: Therapeutic Touch, Reiki and massage
Mind-Body Connection
People are so focused healing the body and neglecting the mind. The mind has a
powerful influence over the health and wellness of the body. This is the mind-body
connection. People who have unresolved anger or let their emotions rule their
actions, will have physical manifestations of these issues.
Unhealthy Actions:
-Holding grudges
-Unresolved anger
-Being judgmental
-Hopelessness and self-pity
-Looking for external sources of happiness like material things, new partner, social
media, food, and even excessive fitness aspirations.
Healthy Actions:
-Self-love
-Mindfulness
-Forgiveness
-Humility
-Confidence
-Loving others
Session 2 Lecture
Session 2 Summary: This lesson will compare Contemporary and Alternative
Medicine and Conventional (allopathic) Medicine. Additionally, we will take an in-depth
look at Acupuncture & Chiropractic Care as well as local resources for additional
information
Lesson Content:
Differences & Comparisons:
In the previous lesson, you learned about what Contemporary and Alternative
Medicine was and explored a few examples. Conventional or allopathic medicine is
science-based or symptom-based medical care. This is the kind of medical care we
get when we see our family doctor. Symptom-based medicine focuses on waiting
until there is an issue and only addressing the symptom. CAM focuses on the cause
of the symptom and prevention. When conventional medicine practitioners use CAM
practices, this is called Integrative Medicine. It’s the best of both worlds. You will see
this when a doctor has acupuncture, massage, and manipulation services. These
services are becoming more popular and mainstream.
Now let’s take a closer look at two services widely used:
Acupuncture: an ancient Chinese healing practice using thin needles. These are
placed in special spots to improve the flow of someone’s “chi”. This treatment
method is used for many different issues and ailments.
-All forms of pain
-Migraines
-Nausea
-Fibromyalgia
-Nausea
-Cancer symptoms
-Fertility issues
-Aid in quitting tobacco
Chiropractic Care: treatment used on patients that focuses on the structure of the
body and centers around the spine and how it is functioning. The goal is to correct
alignment which should alleviate pain and improve function, allowing the body to
heal on its own. This type of care is recommended for patients with the following:
-Headaches
-Fatigue
-Body pain/discomfort
-Whiplash
Make sure the practitioner is licensed and has had appropriate education.
Session 3 Lecture
Session 3 Summary:
In this final lesson we will learn how stress affects the body and techniques to
reduce stress and relax. The second half of this lesson will include a relaxation
exercise.
How stress affects the body
What is stress?
Perception of threat towards mental, physical, emotional and spiritual well-
being.
Results in physical manifestation of a bodily response. Fight or Flight
Increased heart rate and blood pressure
Increased respiration
Increased muscular strength
Increased perspiration
When stress is prolonged, this becomes chronic and causes additional effects on the
body
Relaxation techniques
People use various techniques to promote relaxation. Some may work for one but
not for others. It is important to find what works for you.
Relaxation Exercise