Allopathic and Naturopathic Medicine and Their Objective Consideration of Congruent Pursuit.

ATTITUDE (Psychology); COMMUNITIES; CULTURE; DISCUSSION; GROUNDED theory; MEDICAL care; MEDICAL personnel; MEDICINE; MEDICAL practice; NATUROPATHY; PARADIGMS (Social sciences); PHILOSOPHY; REFLECTION (Philosophy); WELL-being

In recent years, allopathy (ALP) and naturopathy (NAP) have become a favorite topic, source of argument, and the subject discussed when it comes to choosing treatment modality. Various attempts have been made to elucidate this issue, yet limited advancement has been achieved. To this day, the dispute remains active, and the debate over what to do about it continues to damnify us. The presented qualitative analysis aims to identify existing views or else expand on or uncover already known differences. Ourexamination or position is not about the conflict, finding a superior method (ALP vs. NAP), but aims at inductive reasoning, making broader generalizations from scientific observations. Subjects and Methods. We explore the philosophical and psychological foundation of the prevailing ideologies and perspectives in the contemporary society using the Straussian grounded theory approach. The study had no subjects. Results. We outline the path for the future direction. Conclusion. Our examination concludes that it is essential to acknowledge not only the difference between ALP and NAP but also how they both act on our health. We emphasize that, by identifying our perspective, our inner reflection, and our view on this topic, we can undertake a new paradigm, new road to improve our health, and perhaps the well-being throughout our culture and society. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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