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- Animal Assisted Therapy: Other Small Sized Pets
š Animal Assisted Therapy: Other Small Sized Pets Safe with pregnancy The use of an animal companion as a pet to improve an individual's social, emotional, motivational or functional activities Caution Shorter life span than bigger pets Some of them stay awake all night They can easily escape or hide away Many of them donāt bond closely with humans Many can bite or sting Therapy for: Anxiety Stress Loneliness Depression ADHD Commonly sourced animals include: Giant African Snail Hermit Crab Millipedes Spiders/Tarantulas Rodents Amphibians: Axolotls, Frogs and Toads Crabs Scorpions Tortoises Comments Suitable for apartment and small homes Some of them are kept as food for bigger pets Not expensive to maintain Read more on Animal Assisted Therapy: Other Small Sized Pets > https://www.thesprucepets.com/list-of-exotic-pets-1237277 Safe with pregnancy Pregnancy use with caution Safe with diabetes Diabetes use with caution Safe with children Children use with caution Pregnancy unknown Diabetes unknown Children unknown Submit Your content has been submitted An error occurred. Try again later Edit Intervention Safe with diabetes Safe with children Most Searched Interventions Pet Therapy (Animal Assisted Therapy) This is the involvement of animals as a form of treatment to improve social, emotional, physical and mental wellbeing Faith Healing This is the practice of prayers and hand gestures in a belief that healing can occur as a result. Faith is usually (but not always) part of a religious practice. It can be exercised individually or through a collective of similarly inclined people Ginger The consumption of ginger-based products to improve health. It is both healthy and delicious, and it has been a part of the human diet for generations Cannabidiol. CBD Oil Extract oil from the Cannabis plant. It may be smoked, vaped, sprayed into the cheeks or placed in the mouth. It is used as an agent to promote wellbeing
- Auriculotherapy
š Auriculotherapy Safe with pregnancy This is the stimulation of the different parts of the external ear to manage disease conditions in the body. The stimulated ear parts are assumed to represent the body part being treated. It is a form of micro-acupuncture on the ear Caution Quite safe Can cause injury to the ear The procedure may be painful Therapy for: Chronic Pain Migraine Back Pain/ Sciatica Hiccups Epilepsy supportive care Elderly dementia care PTSD Sleep disorders Comments Practised for nealy 5 thousand years The body mappping is similar to those of iridology and reflexology It does not seem to have any scientific evidence of effectiveness Read more on Auriculotherapy > https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6011381/ Safe with pregnancy Pregnancy use with caution Safe with diabetes Diabetes use with caution Safe with children Children use with caution Pregnancy unknown Diabetes unknown Children unknown Submit Your content has been submitted An error occurred. Try again later Edit Intervention Safe with diabetes Safe with children Most Searched Interventions Pet Therapy (Animal Assisted Therapy) This is the involvement of animals as a form of treatment to improve social, emotional, physical and mental wellbeing Faith Healing This is the practice of prayers and hand gestures in a belief that healing can occur as a result. Faith is usually (but not always) part of a religious practice. It can be exercised individually or through a collective of similarly inclined people Ginger The consumption of ginger-based products to improve health. It is both healthy and delicious, and it has been a part of the human diet for generations Cannabidiol. CBD Oil Extract oil from the Cannabis plant. It may be smoked, vaped, sprayed into the cheeks or placed in the mouth. It is used as an agent to promote wellbeing
- Charitable giving
š Charitable giving Safe with pregnancy It is the act of giving resources or services for other people's benefit. Usually, no monetary gain is expected as a result of this. It is a known booster for the mental wellbeing of the giver. It is an act that could be performed by anyone, regardless of their income or means Caution Reckless giving beyond your means will harm your wellbeing Only offer services that you are competent to perform It is ungracious to offer deficient services Do not waste your offerings; ensure that it is useful to the people you give to Be careful not to be defrauded by insatiable receivers Therapy for: Mental wellbeing Self satisfaction Self confidence Relationship wellbeing Social interaction Experience 'inner joy' Give more meaning to life To motivate friends, family and others Improve your budgeting Improve your time management Set good example for your children and close others Comments You may get a tax deduction for monies given out You don't have to be wealthy to give Wealthy people also appreciate receiving Volunteering you services is usually inexpensive to undertake Read more on Charitable giving > https://www.cafonline.org/my-personal-giving/long-term-giving/resource-centre/five-reasons-to-give-to-charity, https://www.thelifeyoucansave.org/blog/9-positive-effects-of-donating-money-to-charity/ Safe with pregnancy Pregnancy use with caution Safe with diabetes Diabetes use with caution Safe with children Children use with caution Pregnancy unknown Diabetes unknown Children unknown Submit Your content has been submitted An error occurred. Try again later Edit Intervention Safe with diabetes Safe with children Most Searched Interventions Pet Therapy (Animal Assisted Therapy) This is the involvement of animals as a form of treatment to improve social, emotional, physical and mental wellbeing Faith Healing This is the practice of prayers and hand gestures in a belief that healing can occur as a result. Faith is usually (but not always) part of a religious practice. It can be exercised individually or through a collective of similarly inclined people Ginger The consumption of ginger-based products to improve health. It is both healthy and delicious, and it has been a part of the human diet for generations Cannabidiol. CBD Oil Extract oil from the Cannabis plant. It may be smoked, vaped, sprayed into the cheeks or placed in the mouth. It is used as an agent to promote wellbeing
- Fingering
š Fingering Safe with pregnancy This is the use of fingers to stimulate the vagina, vulva or the anus. It is a natural sexual behaviour that can enhance intimacy when performed with due regard to the recipient's desires Caution It is considered safe Avoid if there are open wounds on the fingers Remove artificial nails and file rough edges off your trimmed natural nails Maintain clean hands before and wash hands thoroughly after the act and before other activities Latex gloves can be a good source of protection for both parties Use a lubricant for anal fingering If fingering both vagina and anus, change gloves and wash hands in between Therapy for: Coupleās choice Improving sexual foreplay Alternative to genital penetrative sex Method of mutual masturbation Managing or controlling orgasm Massaging the clitoris for sexual enhancement Exploring the G-Spot* Anal fingering can stimulate the male prostate to achieve orgasm * The G spot is believed to be about 5 cm on the front wall of the vagina, towards the belly-button. Use the index and middle fingers to expolre Comments Ensure that it is always your choice to participate. It is a crime to perform against the recipientās will. Read more on Fingering > https://sense.info/en/sex/sex-techniques/fingering/better-fingering Safe with pregnancy Pregnancy use with caution Safe with diabetes Diabetes use with caution Safe with children Children use with caution Pregnancy unknown Diabetes unknown Children unknown Submit Your content has been submitted An error occurred. Try again later Edit Intervention Safe with diabetes Unsafe with children Most Searched Interventions Pet Therapy (Animal Assisted Therapy) This is the involvement of animals as a form of treatment to improve social, emotional, physical and mental wellbeing Faith Healing This is the practice of prayers and hand gestures in a belief that healing can occur as a result. Faith is usually (but not always) part of a religious practice. It can be exercised individually or through a collective of similarly inclined people Ginger The consumption of ginger-based products to improve health. It is both healthy and delicious, and it has been a part of the human diet for generations Cannabidiol. CBD Oil Extract oil from the Cannabis plant. It may be smoked, vaped, sprayed into the cheeks or placed in the mouth. It is used as an agent to promote wellbeing
- Reiki
š Reiki Safe with pregnancy This is a form of therapy whereby the practitioner is said to transfer energy through their palms to the patient in order to help with emotional and physical healing Caution It is generally safe It should not be relied upon to treat diseases Therapy for: Stress management Relaxation Helps to cope with difficult situations Relieves emotional stress Helps with pain management Supportive care in pregnancy Cancer supportive care Useful during End-of-Life care Improves general wellbeing Comments Developed by Dr Usui. Japan. 1920 It does not involve massage or manipulation Since it is neither āFaith Healingā nor scientific in foundation, Reiki is sometimes seen as a āSuperstitiousā practice No scientific evidence of efficacy for any medical condition Read more on Reiki > https://www.reikiassociation.net/what-is-reiki.php, https://www.cancerresearchuk.org/about-cancer/cancer-in-general/treatment/complementary-alternative-therapies/individual-therapies/reiki Safe with pregnancy Pregnancy use with caution Safe with diabetes Diabetes use with caution Safe with children Children use with caution Pregnancy unknown Diabetes unknown Children unknown Submit Your content has been submitted An error occurred. Try again later Edit Intervention Safe with diabetes Safe with children Most Searched Interventions Pet Therapy (Animal Assisted Therapy) This is the involvement of animals as a form of treatment to improve social, emotional, physical and mental wellbeing Faith Healing This is the practice of prayers and hand gestures in a belief that healing can occur as a result. Faith is usually (but not always) part of a religious practice. It can be exercised individually or through a collective of similarly inclined people Ginger The consumption of ginger-based products to improve health. It is both healthy and delicious, and it has been a part of the human diet for generations Cannabidiol. CBD Oil Extract oil from the Cannabis plant. It may be smoked, vaped, sprayed into the cheeks or placed in the mouth. It is used as an agent to promote wellbeing
- Kava Kava
š Kava Kava Unsafe with pregnancy This is the act of making a drink from the roots of the kava plant (Piper methysticum). It is taken for religious and general wellbeing purposes Caution Moderate use of kava for short periods (1 - 2) months appears to be safe Side effects may include: Headaches Eye problems Heart problems Fatigue Nausea Rash Fever Jaundice Liver damage Avoid in: Parkinson's disease Depression Therapy for: Anxiety Stress Poor sleep ADHD Epilepsy Migraines Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Muscle pains Sexual enhancement Wound healing Comments It is banned in many countries; check your local guidelines It is available as tablets, capsules, powdered or as ready-made tea It is a social drink similar to the manner in which alcohol is used in western societies Kava has been used for thousand of years by the Pacific Island populations Read more on Kava Kava > https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK548637/ Safe with pregnancy Pregnancy use with caution Safe with diabetes Diabetes use with caution Safe with children Children use with caution Pregnancy unknown Diabetes unknown Children unknown Submit Your content has been submitted An error occurred. Try again later Edit Intervention Unsafe with diabetes Unsafe with children Most Searched Interventions Pet Therapy (Animal Assisted Therapy) This is the involvement of animals as a form of treatment to improve social, emotional, physical and mental wellbeing Faith Healing This is the practice of prayers and hand gestures in a belief that healing can occur as a result. Faith is usually (but not always) part of a religious practice. It can be exercised individually or through a collective of similarly inclined people Ginger The consumption of ginger-based products to improve health. It is both healthy and delicious, and it has been a part of the human diet for generations Cannabidiol. CBD Oil Extract oil from the Cannabis plant. It may be smoked, vaped, sprayed into the cheeks or placed in the mouth. It is used as an agent to promote wellbeing
- CEASE therapy
š CEASE therapy Unsafe with pregnancy The Complete Elimination of Autistic Spectrum Expression is claimed to have the ability to remove from the body some toxins that may promote autism. It is a dietary intervention that is at odds with recommended safety margins or scientific reasoning Caution Autism is not an illness or a disease, and as such does not desire a cure Autism is NOT caused by 'toxins from vaccines' CEASE users can easily be overdosed on Vitamin C and some other supplements Children can come to significant harm if exposed to CEASE therapy Therapy for: Autism ADHD - Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder ASD - Autism Spectrum Disorder Comments Autism is not illness that needs a cure: speak to your healthcare givers on the best ways to manage the condition The Dutch and British establishments have expressed strong concerns about the claims made by CEASE advocates and practitioners Read more on CEASE therapy > https://www.techtimes.com/articles/240133/20190323/autism-cure-cease-therapy-can-seriously-harm-children-watchdog-warns.htm Safe with pregnancy Pregnancy use with caution Safe with diabetes Diabetes use with caution Safe with children Children use with caution Pregnancy unknown Diabetes unknown Children unknown Submit Your content has been submitted An error occurred. Try again later Edit Intervention Unsafe with diabetes Unsafe with children Most Searched Interventions Pet Therapy (Animal Assisted Therapy) This is the involvement of animals as a form of treatment to improve social, emotional, physical and mental wellbeing Faith Healing This is the practice of prayers and hand gestures in a belief that healing can occur as a result. Faith is usually (but not always) part of a religious practice. It can be exercised individually or through a collective of similarly inclined people Ginger The consumption of ginger-based products to improve health. It is both healthy and delicious, and it has been a part of the human diet for generations Cannabidiol. CBD Oil Extract oil from the Cannabis plant. It may be smoked, vaped, sprayed into the cheeks or placed in the mouth. It is used as an agent to promote wellbeing
- Moxibustion
š Moxibustion Pregnancy: Use with caution This is a form of heat therapy where dried mugwort plant is burned close to, or on the skin. The material burnt is called a 'moxa'. The aim is to stimulate the flow of energy through the body and thus promote health and wellbeing Caution The odour of the burning moxa is not particularly pleasant The odour is similar to, and may be confused with that of marijuana The process is quite smoky and may be uncomfortable for the lungs, causing: - Sore throat - Coughing - Chest discomfort May cause skin burns and scarring In pregnant women, it can cause: - Nausea and vomiting - Contractions - Distress to baby and premature birth Therapy for: Improve circulation General wellbeing Pain in joints Digestive problems Protection against flu and common cold Turning breech babies around in the late state of pregnancy Cancer related nausea Menstrual cramps Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) Urinary incontinence Comments It is often performed alongside acupuncture It can be performed by the user at home If pregnant, use only under supervision Read more on Moxibustion > https://www.takingcharge.csh.umn.edu/explore-healing-practices/moxibustion#:~:text=Moxibustion%20is%20a%20form%20of,and%20dispel%20certain%20pathogenic%20influences., https://www.boltonft.nhs.uk/services/maternity/information/complementary-therapies/moxibustion/ Safe with pregnancy Pregnancy use with caution Safe with diabetes Diabetes use with caution Safe with children Children use with caution Pregnancy unknown Diabetes unknown Children unknown Submit Your content has been submitted An error occurred. Try again later Edit Intervention Diabetes: Use with caution Unsafe with children Most Searched Interventions Pet Therapy (Animal Assisted Therapy) This is the involvement of animals as a form of treatment to improve social, emotional, physical and mental wellbeing Faith Healing This is the practice of prayers and hand gestures in a belief that healing can occur as a result. Faith is usually (but not always) part of a religious practice. It can be exercised individually or through a collective of similarly inclined people Ginger The consumption of ginger-based products to improve health. It is both healthy and delicious, and it has been a part of the human diet for generations Cannabidiol. CBD Oil Extract oil from the Cannabis plant. It may be smoked, vaped, sprayed into the cheeks or placed in the mouth. It is used as an agent to promote wellbeing
- Herbalism
š Herbalism Unsafe with pregnancy This is the use of plant parts such as leaves, flowers and roots to make medicine products. Many orthodox medicine compositions are prepared from plant and plant parts and it is certain that numerous plants possess health altering properties. The lack of research and specific dosages makes it less acceptable than conventional medicine Caution Avoid in pregnancy or breastfeeding. Medicine can be secreted through breast milk into your babyās gut in high doses Avoid taking with other prescribed medicines until you have informed your doctor Avoid in liver or kidney diseases. Some herbal medicine ingredients can damage these organs Stop herbal medicines before undergoing surgery, they can make anaesthesia less effective and increase the risk of bleeding Buying online can be very risky; check the list of UK banned and restricted ingredients here (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/list-of-banned-or-restricted-herbal-ingredients-for-medicinal-use/banned-and-restricted-herbal-ingredients) Therapy for: They are effective for a variety of conditions Discuss with your doctor, pharmacist or Herbalist to choose the appropriate medicine Look for the THR mark (traditional herbal registration) on the packaging, it provides information about how and when to use the medicine A few Herbs and their uses: - Kudzu : Alcohol abuse treatment - Gotu Kola : Mood Disorders, Blood circulation, Wound Healing - Yu Xing Cao : Heavy Mentrual bleeding Comments It is an ancient human practice It is still prevalent in many parts of Africa and Asia Read more on Herbalism > https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/herbal-medicines/ Safe with pregnancy Pregnancy use with caution Safe with diabetes Diabetes use with caution Safe with children Children use with caution Pregnancy unknown Diabetes unknown Children unknown Submit Your content has been submitted An error occurred. Try again later Edit Intervention Unsafe with diabetes Unsafe with children Most Searched Interventions Pet Therapy (Animal Assisted Therapy) This is the involvement of animals as a form of treatment to improve social, emotional, physical and mental wellbeing Faith Healing This is the practice of prayers and hand gestures in a belief that healing can occur as a result. Faith is usually (but not always) part of a religious practice. It can be exercised individually or through a collective of similarly inclined people Ginger The consumption of ginger-based products to improve health. It is both healthy and delicious, and it has been a part of the human diet for generations Cannabidiol. CBD Oil Extract oil from the Cannabis plant. It may be smoked, vaped, sprayed into the cheeks or placed in the mouth. It is used as an agent to promote wellbeing
- Pilates
š Pilates Safe with pregnancy This is a form of exercise that aims to strengthen the body in a natural and even way. It places emphasis on core strength as it attempts to improve your general fitness and wellbeing Caution It is generally considered safe Therapy for: Stress management Physical and Mental tension Enhances smooth joint mobility Helps with posture and body attitude Improves balance and flexibility Beneficial to elite athletes: may reduce risk of injury Comments It was developed by Joseph Pilates, initially called contrology Unlike Yoga, Pilates requires the use of mats and other apparatus Read more on Pilates > http://www.society-of-sports-therapists.org/index.php/public_information/what-is-sports-therapy Safe with pregnancy Pregnancy use with caution Safe with diabetes Diabetes use with caution Safe with children Children use with caution Pregnancy unknown Diabetes unknown Children unknown Submit Your content has been submitted An error occurred. Try again later Edit Intervention Safe with diabetes Safe with children Most Searched Interventions Pet Therapy (Animal Assisted Therapy) This is the involvement of animals as a form of treatment to improve social, emotional, physical and mental wellbeing Faith Healing This is the practice of prayers and hand gestures in a belief that healing can occur as a result. Faith is usually (but not always) part of a religious practice. It can be exercised individually or through a collective of similarly inclined people Ginger The consumption of ginger-based products to improve health. It is both healthy and delicious, and it has been a part of the human diet for generations Cannabidiol. CBD Oil Extract oil from the Cannabis plant. It may be smoked, vaped, sprayed into the cheeks or placed in the mouth. It is used as an agent to promote wellbeing
- Family Constellations
š Family Constellations Safe with pregnancy A therapy session whereby strangers play the part of people close to you, and therefore help you to understand some hidden issues that you may then resolve Caution Based on the views of the founder, Family Constellation therapy has been criticised for assuming the superiority of Male individuals of a 'straight' sexual orientation The views of the founder have also been referred to as homophobic, anti-Semitic and harsh on women Their practices had in the past glorified criminals in an attempt to resolve complex issues Many practitioners distance themselves from these views and are thought to offer a fair service to their clients Therapy for: Desire to improve family relations Desire to establish romantic relationships Desire to resolve family disputes Desire to improve social interaction with close ones Comments Developed in the 1990's by Bert Hellinger Hellinger lived in South Africa and immersed himself in the Zulu culture and language Read more on Family Constellations > https://www.goodtherapy.org/learn-about-therapy/types/family-constellations Safe with pregnancy Pregnancy use with caution Safe with diabetes Diabetes use with caution Safe with children Children use with caution Pregnancy unknown Diabetes unknown Children unknown Submit Your content has been submitted An error occurred. Try again later Edit Intervention Safe with diabetes Safe with children Most Searched Interventions Pet Therapy (Animal Assisted Therapy) This is the involvement of animals as a form of treatment to improve social, emotional, physical and mental wellbeing Faith Healing This is the practice of prayers and hand gestures in a belief that healing can occur as a result. Faith is usually (but not always) part of a religious practice. It can be exercised individually or through a collective of similarly inclined people Ginger The consumption of ginger-based products to improve health. It is both healthy and delicious, and it has been a part of the human diet for generations Cannabidiol. CBD Oil Extract oil from the Cannabis plant. It may be smoked, vaped, sprayed into the cheeks or placed in the mouth. It is used as an agent to promote wellbeing
- Pornography
š Pornography Safe with pregnancy This is the use or viewing of any material that consists of explicit content, which is intended to sexually arouse. It includes books, magazines, DVD videos and online streaming amongst others Caution The glamour of pornography can lead to unrealistic expectations from: - Sexual Partners; who may be expected to behave like popular porn stars - Self; feelings of inadequacy e.g. when men compare penis sizes with porn actors - Relationship; pornographic films' liberal practices are not easily tolerated in real life Unsafe practices may be indirectly encouraged, including: - Risky sexual positions of acrobatic actors - Unprotected sexual penetration - Multiple and/or casual partners There may be some distortion of reality e.g. the pleasure of anal sex does not always show the pain that may accompany it Uncontrolled desire for pornographic materials may be a sign of sex addiction Unverified age of participants; the use of children and minors in pornography is illegal in most countries, and most communities frown upon it Viewing pornography is not permissible on many premises including workplaces and public spaces. It is best to limit viewing to your own private residence Therapy for: There is a strong suggestion that it may help to reduce sexual offences Viewing pornography may also: - Encourage viewers to appreciate the diversity of people and their sexual practices - Allows viewers to experience their own fantasies - Provide a learning medium for sex-shy and adventurous individuals Comments Maintain good hygiene if you masturbate during a pornographic viewing If pornography watching interferes with your basic way of life or starts to affect your work, seek advice from your doctorās practice Be responsible with online viewing and look after your cyber footprint Clear your cache on the computer from time to time to keep your pornographic browsing history private and not exposed to friends, family or children Read more on Pornography > https://www.psychologytoday.com/gb/basics/pornography Safe with pregnancy Pregnancy use with caution Safe with diabetes Diabetes use with caution Safe with children Children use with caution Pregnancy unknown Diabetes unknown Children unknown Submit Your content has been submitted An error occurred. Try again later Edit Intervention Safe with diabetes Unsafe with children Most Searched Interventions Pet Therapy (Animal Assisted Therapy) This is the involvement of animals as a form of treatment to improve social, emotional, physical and mental wellbeing Faith Healing This is the practice of prayers and hand gestures in a belief that healing can occur as a result. Faith is usually (but not always) part of a religious practice. It can be exercised individually or through a collective of similarly inclined people Ginger The consumption of ginger-based products to improve health. It is both healthy and delicious, and it has been a part of the human diet for generations Cannabidiol. CBD Oil Extract oil from the Cannabis plant. It may be smoked, vaped, sprayed into the cheeks or placed in the mouth. It is used as an agent to promote wellbeing













