Chapter 15 Complementary, Alternative & Creative Therapies

Where was Reiki developed?

Japan

What is another term for acupressure massage?

Shiatsu

Why are CAM therapies not considered part of conventional medicine?

There is not yet sufficient proof of their effectiveness.

Which two therapies are considered part of traditional Chinese medicine?

acupressure and acupuncture

Which practice is considered a stress-relieving mind-body technique?

biofeedback

Users of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) tend to be _____.

college graduates

Recent studies have shown that music therapy prevents stress-induced increases of which hormone?

cortisol

What kind of physical movements are practiced in Qigong?

gentle, rhythmic movements

Biologically based CAM therapies use substances such as _____.

herbs and vitamins

Which scent is most recommended for stress relief?

lavender

A career in art therapy usually requires what level of education?

master's degree

Western scientists believe that acupuncture needles work by altering the functioning of the _____.

nervous system

Homeopathy is based on _____ fundamental principle(s).

three

What proportion of Americans say that they pray on a regular basis?

1/2

Children as young as _____ of age are able to express emotions in their singing by using pitch, intensity, and tempo.

5yrs