Attitudes towards and use of homoeoprophylaxis: findings of two international surveys
Int. j. high dilution res
;
14(4): 38-53, 2015. tab, graf
Article
in English
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| ID: lil-783316
ABSTRACT
The use of homoeopathic remedies to prevent infectious diseases, homoeoprophylaxis (HP), was first described over 100 years ago. To date, no systematic studies have been performed to identify the attitudes that current practitioners hold about HP or current trends in the use of HP. Aims:
This study aimed to discover attitudes to HP amongst accredited homeopathic practitioners particularly with respect to overall acceptance, context of use, and preferred remedies.Methodology:
Two international surveys were conducted in 2014. Responses were received from 1,124 homeopaths in 35 countries; 104 of whom responded to both surveys.Results:
A large proportion of respondents have positive attitudes to HP and currently use HP in their practice. However, responses also indicate that knowledge about HP is chequered. Confidence in the evidence base of HP also is variable.Conclusion:
Results indicate that HP is widely practised, however, further research is needed to improve confidence in the evidence base of HP, and better programs are needed to ensure that education about HP is enhanced...
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Main subject:
Communicable Disease Control
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Homeopathy
Type of study:
Diagnostic study
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Prognostic study
Limits:
Humans
Language:
English
Journal:
Int. j. high dilution res
Journal subject:
Homeopathy
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Terapias Complementares
Year:
2015
Type:
Article
Affiliation country:
Australia
Institution/Affiliation country:
Federation University of Australia/AU
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