Health Care in the 21st Century

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What is the main reason yoga is becoming popular in the world?

To unfold deeper layers of consciousness

To deal with contagious and infectious diseases

To develop memory, intelligence and creativity

To keep fit and beautiful (correct)

What is the primary contribution of yoga to the modern medical system?

Promoting positive health

Treating contagious and infectious diseases

Replacing traditional systems of medicine

Dealing with psychosomatic ailments and psychiatric problems (correct)

What is the role of yoga in education?

To deal with contagious and infectious diseases

To develop memory, intelligence and creativity (correct)

To promote positive health

To keep people fit and beautiful

Why is yoga considered a valuable tool?

Because it raises basic human consciousness towards a harmonious life style Signup and view all the answers

What is the motto of yoga in the context of health?

Prevention is better than cure Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of yoga in health clubs?

To make people fit and beautiful Signup and view all the answers

What is the outcome of extensive research on yoga therapy?

Yoga is effective in dealing with psychosomatic ailments Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of yoga in the new millennium?

It is playing a vital role in promoting positive health Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of the World Health Organization?

To take stock of global health status and raise health standards Signup and view all the answers

What has led to a shift in the approach to understanding human health problems?

The paradigm shift in understanding the role of mind on matter Signup and view all the answers

What is a major challenge facing health professionals today?

The need to address social and spiritual well-being Signup and view all the answers

What is a key area of research in the field of health care?

The role of mind and lifestyle on health Signup and view all the answers

What is a result of the increasing focus on mental health and well-being?

A growing recognition of the role of mind on matter Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary aim of the research team at the World Health Organization?

To find methods of promoting mental, social, and spiritual well-being Signup and view all the answers

What is a challenge facing health professionals in addressing health problems?

The need to address the root causes of health problems Signup and view all the answers

What is a key area of study in the field of health care?

The impact of positive thinking on health Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Health Care in the 21st Century

Medical science and technology have advanced to offer better health care.
The World Health Organization is working to raise global health standards.

Challenges in Health Care

Despite advances, life expectancy has increased, but quality of life with harmony and peace is lacking.
Stress, stress-related ailments, unrest, and breaking up of families are on the rise.
Health professionals are faced with new challenges that cannot be solved by traditional medical approaches.

The Role of Mind in Health

Research has shifted focus to the role of mind, lifestyle, suppressed emotions, and stress in causing health problems.
The importance of positive thinking, prayer, spiritual healing, mind-body medicine, yoga, acupuncture, and energy medicine is being recognized.

Paradigm Shift in Health Care

There is a need for a new approach to understanding human health, recognizing the role of mind and spirituality.
Mental health is being studied in all its facets, and researchers are working to promote mental, social, and spiritual well-being.

Yoga and Health

Yoga is gaining popularity worldwide for its benefits in physical and mental health.
It is being used to develop memory, intelligence, and creativity, and is becoming a part of education.
Yoga is making a vital contribution to modern medicine, particularly in addressing psychosomatic and psychiatric problems.

Yoga Therapy

Extensive research has shown the effectiveness of yoga in dealing with modern ailments and promoting positive health.
Yoga is being used as an adjunct to medical management and for long-term rehabilitation.
It is also being recognized as a vital tool in preventing diseases, promoting overall well-being and harmony.

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The World Health Organization is working to raise global health standards, but health professionals face new challenges that cannot be solved by traditional approaches.