MDS 109 - Health and Society

Institution:

Wagner College

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Description:

One unit. This course will examine the determinants of health and present a synthesis of the latest scientifi c thinking related to mind/body/spirit healing arts practices. Society's demand for access to complimentary healing methods and the subsequent creation of the National Institutes of Health Offi ce of Alternative Medicine will be traced. Research outcomes pertaining to various therapies such as use of relaxation techniques, positive imagery, acupuncture, aroma therapy, biofeedback, hypnosis, therapeutic touch, and the expressive therapies of art, dance, and music will be studied from the perspective of effi cacy, safety, and cost-effectiveness. Offered fall semester.

Credits:

1.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.wagner.edu

Phone Number:

(718) 390-3100

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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