How does healing address *why* a condition is happening compared to treatment addressing *what* is wrong now?
Healing supports the person to thrive long-term by addressing causality, while treatment focuses on immediate relief or stabilization.
The functional difference between treatment and healing lies in their temporal and causal focus. Treatment is typically an immediate response; it attempts to fix or manage what is currently wrong in the present moment, often involving stabilization or temporary relief of symptoms. In contrast, healing possesses a deeper, long-term orientation. It actively seeks to understand the underlying 'why'—the reasons or causes that led to the current state—and works to establish lasting internal change so the individual can genuinely thrive over an extended period, even if the physical manifestation of illness remains.
