Mental Health and ReligionThe author explores religious behaviour and provides a guide for those helping the mentally ill. |
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Page 145
... possible , but the observation is compatible with the view that this type of prayer activity is an effective anti- depressant . This material suggests that spiritual support may be perceived as effective and valuable , especially in ...
... possible , but the observation is compatible with the view that this type of prayer activity is an effective anti- depressant . This material suggests that spiritual support may be perceived as effective and valuable , especially in ...
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... possible reasons for the mistrust of psychotherapy : first , the therapists ' lack of knowledge of particular religious customs , beliefs and values , especially where patients and clients come from different reli- gious groups from the ...
... possible reasons for the mistrust of psychotherapy : first , the therapists ' lack of knowledge of particular religious customs , beliefs and values , especially where patients and clients come from different reli- gious groups from the ...
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... possible expert , and told a version of the story and its explanation as if it happened to another person . The patient was asked if it made sense , and whether it was possible . The patient said it was possible , and then began to ...
... possible expert , and told a version of the story and its explanation as if it happened to another person . The patient was asked if it made sense , and whether it was possible . The patient said it was possible , and then began to ...
Contents
Definitions of mental health and of religion | 7 |
A general framework for understanding some causes | 19 |
Communities where noone goes mad? | 44 |
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References to this book
Psychiatry and Religion: Context, Consensus and Controversies Dinesh Bhugra No preview available - 1997 |