Psychiatry and religion : the convergence of mind and spirit / edited by James K. Boehnlein.

Format:

Book

Contributor:

Boehnlein, James K.

Series:

Issues in psychiatry

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Psychiatry and religion.

Religion and Psychology.

Mental Disorders--therapy.

Psychiatry.

Medical Subjects:

Religion and Psychology.

Mental Disorders--therapy.

Psychiatry.

Physical Description:

xx, 196 pages ; 24 cm.

Edition:

First edition.

Place of Publication:

Washington, DC : American Psychiatric Press, [2000]

Summary:

This scholarly yet eminently readable volume considers theoretical principles and trends, clinical perspectives, and the future relationship of psychiatry and religion. In addition to offering both historical and current perspectives on psychiatry and the major world religions, this insightful book addresses topics rarely discussed elsewhere in psychiatric literature: the role of religious beliefs in mediating responses to illness and disease; the psychiatric sequelae of cult involvement; moral and spiritual issues in the wake of traumatic experiences; the separate yet complimentary roles of mental health practitioners and clergy in restoring patients to health; and possible models for integrating science and religion in psychiatric practice, teaching, and research.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references and index.

ISBN:

0880489200

OCLC:

42022652