Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM)

I am frequently asked what the best complementary or alternative therapies for kids are. This is a broad and potentially complex question, with appropriate courses of treatment depending ... Read More

There are many treatments available to address symptoms of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). However, clients sometimes avoid treatments that cause them to re-experience the traumatic ... Read More

The label “energy therapy” has been applied to a variety of practices, including those in which a practitioner works on a client, such as in reiki, as well as to describe movement-based ... Read More

Around this time of year, many of us reflect on the triumphs and tribulations of the past twelve months and begin thinking of what we hope to manifest in the coming year. At the most basic ... Read More

By now, most people have at least heard of Omega-3 fatty acids, which are commonly found in fish but are also in flaxseeds, walnuts, and products like eggs from hens who have consumed an ... Read More

Insomnia is among the most common complaints that people bring to healthcare providers. Approximately 20% of adults will experience insomnia in a given year. Of these, a small percentage ... Read More

Yoga is in ancient practice that originated in India but has gained considerable popularity in the US. Breathing exercises, postures, and meditation are core components of yoga. Although ... Read More

Researchers at Ohio State University conducted a study that found fish oil caused a reduction in inflammation and anxiety when administered to healthy medical students. The findings are ... Read More

There are many treatments for chronic pain, including those that fall under the heading of “complementary and alternative” (CAM). This article discusses hypnosis as a CAM pain management ... Read More