Table 3 Correlation between responses to survey questions and the use of essential oils for self or family in the previous 12 months
Survey Response | Spearman Coefficient | P-value |
|---|---|---|
15. In the last 12 months, at least one of my patients has asked me about the use of essential oils for therapeutic purposes. | 0.247 | 0.019* |
16. I feel confident in my ability to counsel patients on the safe use of essential oils for therapeutic purposes. | 0.376 | 0.000* |
17. I consider essential oils to be generally safe when used appropriately. | 0.162 | 0.155 |
20. I believe that there is a need for increased clinician training in the use of essential oils. | 0.387 | 0.001* |
21. I believe that there is a need for more research on the use of essential oils. | 0.252 | 0.021* |
22. I believe that there is a need for better reimbursement for the clinical use of essential oils. | 0.639 | 0.000* |
23. I would like to offer essential oil recommendations or therapies to my patients. | 0.387 | 0.001* |
24. I would like to undergo training to become certified in clinical aromatherapy. | 0.522 | 0.000* |
26. In the last 12 months, I have used integrative medicine approaches other than aromatherapy for myself and/or my family. | 0.294 | 0.005* |
27. In the last 12 months, I have recommended integrative medicine approaches other than aromatherapy in a clinical setting. | −0.143 | 0.178 |