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Auricular acupuncture refers to the stimulation of nerves in the outer ear using sterile needles. |
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| • | The resulting neural stimulation causes beneficial changes in the brain that improve the well being of the patient. |
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| • | Used very successfully for many years with this client group to help with detoxification process and to improve general well-being. |
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| • | There is now much evidence to support the neurophysiological benefits of providing this acupuncture protocol as a primary care tool. |
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| • | The benefits of the treatment were first identified in the 1970's in Hong Kong and it was then subsequently pioneered in the U.S. |
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| • | SMART UK has since made vast improvements in the understanding and teaching of this protocol and the treatment has been incorporated into thousands of treatment settings. |
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| Greatly reduces cravings Alleviates withdrawal symptoms Reduces stress Lessens hostility Lessens denial Improves attending in group counselling session Increases desire to access and participate in long-term programmes No diagnosis session required - immediate relief and proactive action taken with clients. Cheaper than pharmaceutical treatment of addition |
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 This course has been mapped to the DANOS standards and can be found on the DANOS Learning Resources Database. |
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