The purpose of this study was to determine the profile of parents with children in Early
Childhood Development (ECD) centres using Over the Counter (OTC) homeopathic remedies,
specific to the Pretoria East region. Secondary objectives included determining the extent of use
of OTC homeopathic remedies, the perceptions of parents regarding homeopathy and natural
remedies as well as the positioning of homeopathy. The research was designed around
descriptive and exploratory methods using quantitative research techniques. Aspects such as
demographic information and the general health of families, attitudes, perceptions and opinions
specific to homeopathy, natural remedies and conventional medicine, as well as details on
remedy usage and brands, were addressed.
From the findings of the study a clear profile could be identified. Further to the profile, the
perceptions of respondents regarding OTC homeopathic remedies as well as reasons for using
these remedies are discussed. The positioning of OTC homeopathic remedies was done based
on spider graphs, exploratory factor analysis, cluster analysis and multidimensional scaling.
Several recommendations were made to the homeopathic industry, the Ministry of Health,
medical professionals, Medical Aid Schemes, pharmacists and the pharmaceutical industry, as
well as the Department of Social Development. The study concludes with details specific to the
limitations of the study and further research suggestions. / Economics / M.A. Commerce (Business Management)
| Identifer | oai:union.ndltd.org:netd.ac.za/oai:union.ndltd.org:unisa/oai:uir.unisa.ac.za:10500/8568 |
| Date | 30 January 2013 |
| Creators | Da Silva-Esclana, Natasha |
| Contributors | Strydom, J. W. (Johan Wilhelm), 1952- |
| Source Sets | South African National ETD Portal |
| Language | English |
| Detected Language | English |
| Type | Dissertation |
| Format | 1 online resource (xii, 218 leaves) |
| Rights | University of South Africa |
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