What Is Medical Pluralism

question 51

Multiple Choice

What is medical pluralism?

• A) the intersection of multiple cultural approaches to healing
• B) the inclusion of medical experts in the use of local healing methodologies
• C) the local use of natural substances in healing remedies and practices
• D) the comprehensive study of local systems of health and healing

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Definitions:

Unconscious Thoughts

Mental processes that occur without conscious awareness, including desires, motivations, and memories, as proposed by Freud.

Freud's Contribution

Refers to Sigmund Freud's significant impact on psychoanalysis, including his theories on the unconscious mind, the structure of personality (id, ego, superego), and the stages of psychosexual development.

Childhood Experiences

Refers to the events, situations, and activities that children go through during their formative years, influencing their development and personality.

Emotional Responses

Reactions characterized by feelings that occur in response to stimuli or events, varying greatly among individuals.