5 Questions
Which of the following is a characteristic of alternative medicine?
It relies on testimonials and anecdotes
What is another term used to describe alternative medicine?
Quackery
Which of the following is NOT a reason why alternative therapies are considered outside of medical science?
Clinical trials
What is a key difference between modern medicine and alternative medicine?
Alternative medicine is supported by evidence
Which of the following terms can be used interchangeably with alternative medicine?
Pseudo-medicine
Study Notes
Alternative Medicine Characteristics
- A characteristic of alternative medicine is that it is not based on scientific evidence or medical research.
Alternative Medicine Terminology
- Another term used to describe alternative medicine is complementary medicine.
Reasons for Alternative Therapies
- One reason alternative therapies are considered outside of medical science is that they are not evidence-based or scientifically proven.
- Another reason is that they are not widely accepted by the medical community.
Key Differences
- A key difference between modern medicine and alternative medicine is that modern medicine is based on scientific evidence and research, whereas alternative medicine is not.
Interchangeable Terms
- Terms that can be used interchangeably with alternative medicine are complementary medicine and integrative medicine.
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