Comparing Health‐Care Providers' Perspectives on Complementary and Alternative Medicine in Childhood Cancer Between Netherlands and Indonesia

Gunawan, Stefanus; Gordijn, Maartje S.; Sitaresmi, Mei Neni; Ven, Peter M. van de; Broeke, Chloe A.M. ten; Mantik, Max F. J.; Kaspers, Gertjan J. L.; Mostert, Saskia

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“…For example, a qualitative study among Indonesian psychologists found that some spiritual healing methods may be against their religious and personal values 6 . A similar finding was found in a comparative study between Indonesian and Dutch health-care providers (HCPs) 9 . Indonesian HCPs in this study discouraged their cancer clients from using spiritual healing by a shaman but not religious therapy led by a religious leader; a finding that was not found among Dutch HCPs.…”

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confidence: 75%

“…They agreed that some CAM treatments may be beneficial if combined with conventional psychotherapy. The rising trend of integrative medicine in conventional health education and services might affect psychologists’ attitude towards CAM integration 5, 9. Moreover, parts of several CAM treatments (i.e., acupuncture) were already covered by insurance in Australia, indicating that health philosophy had already shifted to be more integrative in certain areas of healthcare 18 .…”

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confidence: 99%

“…To the best of the author's knowledge, there are no studies to compare psychologists’ attitudes towards CAM in Eastern and Western nations, which might be dissimilar because of variances in socio-cultural background. For example, a cross-sectional survey found that Indonesian health-care providers (HCPs) showed more positive attitudes about CAM treatment in cases of childhood cancer because of their more holistic approach (body, mind, and spirit connections) compared with Dutch HCPs 9 …”

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A comparison of attitudes towards complementary and alternative medicine between psychologists in Australia and Indonesia: a short report

Liem¹

2019

Integrative Medicine Research

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Background The growth of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) has been increasing, including amongst psychological clients. Therefore, it is important to investigate psychologists’ attitudes towards CAM. Negative attitudes towards CAM among psychologists could be a barrier to CAM integration into psychological services and may prevent clients to trust psychologists. This study aims to compare Indonesian and Australian psychologists’ attitudes towards CAM using the previously published study on Psychologists’ Attitudes Towards Complementary and Alternative Therapies (PATCAT) scale validation. Methods The PATCAT scale was adapted from an Australian study to an Indonesian version using backward-and-forward translation. This scale was used to investigate attitudes towards: (1) CAM knowledge; (2) CAM integration; and (3) the risks associated with CAM. An online survey was sent to all Indonesian psychologists and completed by 247 participants. Afterward, the data were compared with the published data from 115 Australian psychologists. Results In general, psychologists in Indonesia and Australia showed relatively similar ambivalent attitudes towards CAM. This uncertainty may stem from the same Western psychology education, which is a basis for the medical models in both nations. They also considered it somewhat important to have an understanding of CAM. Participants in both nations displayed positive attitude towards CAM integration into psychological services. However, they felt that CAM usage for mental health holds some risks. Conclusion Australian and Indonesian psychologists reported ambivalent attitudes towards CAM that might be reduced with clear regulation of CAM integration into psychological services from the government and professional organizations.

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A comparison of attitudes towards complementary and alternative medicine between psychologists in Australia and Indonesia: a short report

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2019

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“…The use of complementary and alternative medicine is rising worldwide, not only in Western countries, but also in the Far East or in third-world countries, and it is becoming increasingly popular in cancer patients worldwide [18–33]. Previous reports have shown that in certain countries, such as the United States of America, up to 91% of cancer patients are applying or are being treated with at least one form of CAM [34].…”

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Use of Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) as Part of the Oncological Treatment: Survey about Patients’ Attitude towards CAM in a University-Based Oncology Center in Germany

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IntroductionTo understand if and which patients would be open-minded to Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) use parallel to their oncological treatment. Moreover, we sought to determine which methods are most accepted and which are the primary motivators to use CAM.MethodsWe developed and anonymously conducted a questionnaire for patients in the oncology center (TU Munich). Questions focus on different CAM methods, previous experiences, and willingness to apply or use CAM when offered in a university-based setting.ResultsA total of 171 of 376 patients (37.4% women, 62.0% men, 0.6% unknown) participated. This corresponds to a return rate of 45%. Median age was 64 years (17–87 years). Of all participants, 15.2% used CAM during their oncological therapy; 32.7% have used it in the past. The majority (81.9%) was not using CAM during therapy; 55.5% have not used CAM in the past respectively. The analysis revealed a significant correlation between education and CAM use during therapy (r = 0.18; p = 0.02), and CAM use in the past (r = 0.17; p = 0.04). Of all patients using CAM during therapy, favored methods were food supplements (42.3%), vitamins/minerals (42.3%), massage (34.6%). Motivations are especially the reduction of side effect and stress, the positive effect of certain CAM-treatments on the immune system and tumor therapy. Results showed no difference between women and men. Most patients not having had any experience with CAM complain about the deficiency of information by their treating oncologist (31.4%) as well as missing treatment possibilities (54.3%).ConclusionSince many patients believe in study results demonstrating the efficacy of CAM, it stresses our task to develop innovative study protocols to investigate the outcomes of certain CAM on symptom reduction or other endpoints. Thus, prospective trials and innovative evidence-based treatment concepts to include CAM into high-end oncology is what patients demand and what a modern oncology center should offer.

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“…The findings of the current present study showed that more than half of the patients under the study had no doubt about using this method, and often believed that they would accept and use complementary medicine, if it is introduced as a part of cancer treatment services. Nowadays, the tendency to accept complementary medicine therapies by cancer patients is increasing worldwide, from developed countries to third world countries (39,40). The results of a systematic review showed that the perceptions of the users of complementary therapies suggest that these practices are beneficial.…”

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The Perspective of Cancer Patients on the Use of Complementary Medicine

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Background: Cancer is considered one of the most important health issues in Iran. Regarding that Iranians have a positive attitude towards complementary medicine; the demand for this type of treatments is increasing. However, those undergoing this treatment often have limited awareness on it. Objectives: This study aims at determining the perspective of cancer patients on using complementary medicine. Methods: In this descriptive study, 176 cancer patients from all over the country were selected by purposeful sampling, according to the inclusion criteria and, then, completed demographic characteristics questionnaire and the Questionnaire on Integrating Complementary Medicine in Oncology Treatment. The data were analyzed, using SPSS software version 20. Results: More than half of the patients used complementary medicine and according to their viewpoints, using herbal medicine was considered their first priority. At the same time, 46% of the research samples consulted with care providers on how to use complementary medicine for cancer treatment. The most frequent referrals to specialists were referrals to complementary medicine experts. The researchers expected complementary medicine to improve their symptoms of anxiety, fatigue, and depression. Conclusions: The use of complementary medicine as a complementary approach in cancer patients can have an impact on the improvement of symptoms, which ultimately enhances the quality of life in patients. Due to the concerns about applying these approaches, it is necessary to train care providers in order to consider the perspective of cancer patients in this regard and to obtain their past medical history.

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Comparing Health‐Care Providers' Perspectives on Complementary and Alternative Medicine in Childhood Cancer Between Netherlands and Indonesia

Abstract: Indonesian HCP have more positive views about CAM than their Dutch colleagues. Both Dutch and Indonesian HCP consider their knowledge about CAM to be inadequate. Therefore, education programs about CAM tailored to the needs of HCP are recommended, knowing that CAM is used frequently.

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A comparison of attitudes towards complementary and alternative medicine between psychologists in Australia and Indonesia: a short report

A comparison of attitudes towards complementary and alternative medicine between psychologists in Australia and Indonesia: a short report

Use of Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) as Part of the Oncological Treatment: Survey about Patients’ Attitude towards CAM in a University-Based Oncology Center in Germany

The Perspective of Cancer Patients on the Use of Complementary Medicine

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