Healing scents: An overview of clinical aromatherapy for emotional distress
- UNCG Author/Contributor (non-UNCG co-authors, if there are any, appear on document)
- Mona M. Shattell, Associate Professor (Creator)
- Institution
- The University of North Carolina at Greensboro (UNCG )
- Web Site: http://library.uncg.edu/
Abstract: Individuals in emotional distress are often treated with psychotherapeutic agents, but other treatment options exist. One safe and effective adjunct for the prevention and treatment of emotional distress is aromatherapy. This article describes the physiological effects of scent, reviews the research on aromatherapy, presents practical information on the use of clinical aromatherapy for emotional distress, and suggests resources for additional training and education.
Healing scents: An overview of clinical aromatherapy for emotional distress
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Additional Information
- Publication
- Journal of Psychosocial Nursing and Mental Health Services, 46(10), 46-52
- Language: English
- Date: 2008
- Keywords
- aromatherapy, physiological effects, scent clinical uses