_Religion and Mental Health: Research and Clinical Applications_
summarizes research on how religion may help people better cope or
exacerbate their stress, covering its relationship to depression,
anxiety, suicide, substance abuse, well-being, happiness, life
satisfaction, optimism, generosity, gratitude and meaning and purpose
in life. The book looks across religions and specific faiths, as well
as to spirituality for those who don’t ascribe to a specific
religion. It integrates research findings with best practices for
treating mental health disorders for religious clients, also covering
religious beliefs and practices as part of therapy to treat depression
and posttraumatic stress disorder.
* Summarizes research findings on the relationship of religion to
mental health
* Investigates religion’s positive and negative influence on
coping
* Presents common findings across religions and specific faiths
* Identifies how these findings inform clinical practice
interventions
* Describes how to use religious practices and beliefs as part of
therapy
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ISBN
9780128112830
Publisert
2018
Utgiver
Vendor
Academic Press
Språk
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Digital bok
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