The purpose of this course is to improve students’ understanding of the wellness perspective and approach to health management. Students will articulate the definition and dimensions of wellness and disease prevention; compare and contrast alternatives to traditional medical practices and identify key differences between proactive and passive approaches to health and well-being; identify historical shifts within the field of alternative medicine and articulate the ways in which alternative concepts have been incorporated into mainstream health practices; and, identify self-care strategies students can apply to maintain their personal well-being.
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