Generational Differences in Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) Use in the Context of Chronic Diseases and Pain: Baby Boomers versus the Silent Generation
Conclusions:
Baby boomers reported significantly higher rates of CAM use than the silent generation for both chronic diseases and painful conditions. Family physicians caring for the aging population must use patient-centered communication about the risks/benefits of CAM, which is necessary to promote effective coping with chronic illnesses and pain.
Source: Journal of the American Board of Family Medicine - Category: Primary Care Authors: Ho, T. F., Rowland-Seymour, A., Frankel, E. S., Li, S. Q., Mao, J. J. Tags: Original Research Source Type: research
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