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The Nexus Between Orthodox Medicine, Complimentary Alternative Medicine and Psychology

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  • Njonge T.

    (Department of Psychology: Egerton University)

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The aim of traditional healing is to restore harmony and balance within the human being through an interaction of the body, mind, and spirit. Through this pathway, traditional healing offers a holistic understanding of wellness and well being, both within the individual and between the individual and their environment. In Kenya, it is noteworthy that traditional healing is very marketable. Comparative research on alternative healing practices show that many patients/clients often consult a health professional and a traditional healer concurrently. This paper explores some of the reasons that have given rise to the use of alternative treatments. It also attempts to explore the challenges and opportunities posed by integrated psychological practice systems which revolve around issues related to different paradigm shifts about health and ill-health, practice issues and negative/positive views of traditional healing and traditional healers, research into traditional healing and herbal medicines use. The paper will also explore the role of psychology in the evolving narrative of alternative therapies.

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  • Njonge T., 2024. "The Nexus Between Orthodox Medicine, Complimentary Alternative Medicine and Psychology," International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science, International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science (IJRISS), vol. 8(3), pages 126-141, March.
    • Handle: RePEc:bcp:journl:v:8:y:2024:i:3:p:126-141
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