1. Marlene Cimons uses mostly anecdotal evidence to assert that alternative remedies are viable. Robert L. Park and Ursula Goodenough contend that proponents' reliance on primarily anecdotal evidence indicates that there is a problem with alternative treatments. Whose viewpoint do you find more effective, and why? Why do you think that so many people are drawn to using alternative medicine when there is little scientific evidence to support its use?
2. According to Nancy Bruning, not even the proponents of homeopathy can explain how it works. Nevertheless, she argues, homeopathy is an effective alternative therapy. Does her inability to explain how homeopathy works affect her argument? Why or why not? Do you believe that Stephen Barrett successfully counters Bruning's claims? Explain your answer.
3. Roger Walsh and Nathaniel Mead both address the possible effects of meditation on individual health. Compare and contrast each author's characterization of meditation and health...