holistic medicine
Refers to an approach to healthcare that considers the whole person—body, mind, spirit, and emotions—in the quest for optimal health and wellness.
In holistic medicine, the patient's lifestyle and mental state are also emphasized.
From English 'holistic medicine'. The term 'holistic' is derived from 'holism', coined by Jan Smuts in 1926, from Greek 'holos' meaning 'whole'.