"Aromatherapy" is a descriptor in the National Library of Medicine's controlled vocabulary thesaurus,
MeSH (Medical Subject Headings). Descriptors are arranged in a hierarchical structure,
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The use of fragrances and essences from plants to affect or alter a person's mood or behavior and to facilitate physical, mental, and emotional well-being. The chemicals comprising essential oils in plants has a host of therapeutic properties and has been used historically in Africa, Asia, and India. Its greatest application is in the field of alternative medicine. (From Random House Unabridged Dictionary, 2d ed; from Dr. Atiba Vheir, Dove Center, Washington, D.C.)
| Descriptor ID |
D019341
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| MeSH Number(s) |
E02.190.525.061 E02.190.755.100 E02.190.888.061 F04.754.035
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| Concept/Terms |
Aromatherapy- Aromatherapy
- Aromatherapies
- Aroma Therapy
- Aroma Therapies
- Therapies, Aroma
- Therapy, Aroma
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