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Behavioral Disciplines and Activities > Psychotherapy > Aromatherapy
Therapeutics > Complementary Therapies > Mind-Body Therapies > Aromatherapy
Therapeutics > Complementary Therapies > Sensory Art Therapies > Aromatherapy
Therapeutics > Complementary Therapies > Phytotherapy > Aromatherapy

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Aromatherapy  

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  • Topical Descriptor

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Entry terms

  • Aroma Therapies
  • Aroma Therapy
  • Therapies, Aroma
  • Therapy, Aroma

Note

  • use of essential oils to treat dis in alternative med; coord IM with disease /ther (IM) and specific plant or essential oil /ther use (IM) if available and if pertinent

Scope note

  • The use of fragrances and essences from plants to affect or alter a person's mood or behavior and to facilitate physical, mental, and emotional well-being. The chemicals comprising essential oils in plants has a host of therapeutic properties and has been used historically in Africa, Asia, and India. Its greatest application is in the field of alternative medicine. (From Random House Unabridged Dictionary, 2d ed; from Dr. Atiba Vheir, Dove Center, Washington, D.C.)

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