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'''Therapy''', often synonymous with the term '''treatment''' in medical contexts, refers to a systematic approach or intervention aimed at resolving, alleviating, or managing [[health]] challenges, whether they are of [[Human body|physical]] or [[mental illness|mental]] nature. When an individual presents with an ailment or an [[injury]], a [[Medical doctor|doctor]] or a specialist may diagnose the issue and subsequently suggest a suitable therapy to restore health or mitigate symptoms. Therapies can encompass a wide range of modalities including [[medicine]]s (pharmaceuticals), [[surgery]], physiotherapy, dietary modifications, and more.<br />
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Professionals who specialize in administering various forms of therapy are termed as '''therapists'''. The field of therapy boasts a multitude of specializations, each catering to specific needs.<ref name="Jobs For Physical therapist">{{cite web|title=Jobs in Therapy|url=https://alternativehub.org/alternative-jobs-for-physical-therapists/|publisher=Alternative Hub|accessdate=3 May 2019}}</ref> Some notable types include:<br />
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* [[Psychotherapy|Psychotherapist]] – Addresses mental and emotional distress.<br />
* [[Hypnosis#Hypnotherapy|Hypnotherapist]] – Uses trance states for healing and behavioral change.<br />
* [[:en:Occupational therapy|Occupational therapist]] – Aids in enhancing everyday skills and rehabilitating physical or mental impairments.<br />
* [[:en:Physical therapy|Physiotherapist]] – Focuses on the rehabilitation of physical injuries or conditions.<br />
* [[:en:Speech-language pathology|Speech therapist]] – Helps rectify speech and language difficulties.<br />
* [[:en:Group psychotherapy|Group therapist]] – Facilitates therapy in a group setting, often beneficial for shared experiences or conditions.<br />
== Therapeutic Outcomes ==<br />
The outcomes of therapeutic interventions can be varied, often falling into one of the four primary categories:<br />
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* '''Neutral Outcome:''' No discernible change post-therapy.<br />
* '''Therapeutic Effect:''' A beneficial or desired outcome following the therapy.<br />
* '''Adverse Effect:''' A harmful or unfavorable result due to therapy.<br />
* '''[[side-effect]]''': Unintended consequences or effects that arise from the primary therapy. Many treatments, especially medications (be it oral or injectable), can yield side effects, ranging from mild symptoms like [[headache]]s or [[nausea]] to severe reactions such as [[rash]], [[constipation]], or [[blurred vision]]. Therapies like radiotherapy might induce side effects like skin rashes, nausea, or vomiting.<br />
==See Also==<br />
* [[Alternative Medicine]]<br />
* [[Counseling]]<br />
* [[Rehabilitation (medicine)|Rehabilitation]]<br />
* [[Psychiatry]]<br />
* [[Therapeutic relationship]]<br />
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