1Postgraduated, (M. Sc Nursing-Mental Health Nursing, 2013–15.)
2Principal, Lisie College of Nursing, Kochi, Kerala
Online published on 17 March, 2016.
Qualitative approach was adopted for this study. The design used was phenomenological research design. Findings of the study revealed that the clients and their caregivers had various physical, psychological and social benefits after the use of alternative health care practices.
perceived benefits, alternative health care practices, mental illness, clients, caregivers