Biology GCSE
Holistic care
What Holistic care means in Biology GCSE, as defined for AQA.
Definition of Holistic care
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Treatment that addresses both physical and mental health together, such as treating pain, offering psychological support and encouraging social contact.
Topics that use Holistic care
- Health issues (AQA GCSE)
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