Rudolf Steiner, the often undervalued, multifaceted genius of modern times, contributed much to the regeneration of culture. In addition to his philosophical teachings, he provided ideas for the development of many practical activities including education -- both general and special -- agriculture, medicine, economics, architecture, science, ......
Presents a theory of comfort for nurses. This book analyzes the concept of comfort; describes its physical, psychospiritual, environmental, and sociocultural components; evaluates its meaning in different contexts in which health care occurs; and describes how it can be measured. It is useful for clinicians, researchers, educators, and students.
Examines the nature of somatic awareness and evaluates its clinical utility. Integrating holistic and traditional health care considerations, chapters describe how mental health medical practioners can help patients harness "the placebo effect" and other inner resources for healing.
The book is written from the perspective of clinicians who practice in both traditional and alternative medicine. The book covers the major areas in CAM, including herbal medicine and nutrients, acupuncture, meditative therapies, and yoga.
What the Evidence Says About Unconventional Treatments
Scrutinizes the claims of alternative medicine. This book uses scientific and rational criteria, and reviews evidence for therapeutic claims, critique published studies, present research, and discuss the methods and principles of valid research. It covers topics including the origins of alternative medicine and trends.
Is it possible, the author asks, that bacteria can contribute to the many other known causes of cancer? In this book, he takes us into the world of alternative cancer researchers, and examines their claims - that bacterial vaccines have led to some dramatic cases of long-term cancer remission.
Fundamental Principles Based on the Science of the Spirit 5 Rev ed 5 ed
In this classic introductory work on spiritual medicine, Rudolf Steiner worked in a unique literary collaboration with the physician Ita Wegman. Their aim was to revitalize the art of healing through spiritual knowledgeyet in so doing they did not underrate or dismiss modern allopathic medicine; rather, they illumined ordinary medicine ......
The prevailing attitude in modern medicine is that illness should not exist. Consequently, millions of research dollars pour each year into medical science and technology in the hope of eradicating various sicknesses and diseases. Patients and doctors alike suffer the terrible consequences of this impossible quest for material perfection. Yet, ......
Documents the work of alternative cancer researchers--which, the author charges, has been ignored or suppressed by the medical establishment--on a possible link between bacteria and cancer and on alternative treatments for the disease. UP.