The One Characteristic That All Alternative Therapies Have in Common

question 90

Multiple Choice

The one characteristic that all alternative therapies have in common is:

• A)their effectiveness.
• B)research into their safety.
• C)a lack of evidence about their effectiveness.
• D)the absence of any interactions with mainstream medical care.
• E)consistent prescription drug interactions.

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Definitions:

General Adaptation Syndrome (GAS)

A theoretical model describing the body's short-term and long-term reactions to stress.

Selye's GAS

General Adaptation Syndrome, a theory introduced by Hans Selye, describing the body's short-term and long-term reactions to stress.

Historical Racism

Discriminatory practices and beliefs rooted in history that have systematically oppressed individuals or groups based on race.

High Blood Pressure

A condition in which the force of the blood against the artery walls is too high, often leading to health problems.