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accepted and researched, CAM is an important addition to conventional
approaches. As this chapter illustrates, CAM covers a wide array of interventions
aimed at strengthening and healing the mind, body, and spirit.
Adapting these therapies, practices, and systems for older persons and
their caregivers is an important next step in preparing our aging population
for potential disaster.
NOTES
1 . For detailed instruction on the use of aromatherapy for frail elders, see http://www.
luciamcbee.com.
2 . Zoopharmacognosy refers to the use of botanical medicines by animals.
3 . One example is the use of St. John’s wort in lieu of an SSRI.
4 . The manual can be accessed from the NYDIS Web site at http: // www.nydis.org /
nydis /downloads /manual / Manual_NYCRL_NYDIS_Leaders_Manual.pdf.
5 . Tulkits is a term derived from Finnish that means interpreter . Transitional Keys’
Tulkits contain objects used to interpret symbolically the meaning of transitional
events.
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