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Full-Text Articles in Psychology
Faith And Health: What Do We Know?, Thomas G. Plante
Faith And Health: What Do We Know?, Thomas G. Plante
Psychology
There has been a great deal of interest in the relationship between religious faith and health for thousands of years. Regardless of religious tradition, many have sought religious guidance and spiritual support to help prevent, recover from, or cope with both mental and physical health problems. In fact, it was the healing miracles of Jesus that resulted in so much commotion during the early part of his ministry. "The blind see, the deaf hear, the lame walk…" clearly highlights the relationship between faith and health.
21st-Century Crusades And Demonizing Islam: Commentary On Inderfuth, Ibpp Editor
21st-Century Crusades And Demonizing Islam: Commentary On Inderfuth, Ibpp Editor
International Bulletin of Political Psychology
This article comments on public discourse transmitted through Western-financed mass media that attempts to demonize variants of Islam--e.g., that of the Taliban.
Trends. Spinning Buddhas, Ibpp Editor
Trends. Spinning Buddhas, Ibpp Editor
International Bulletin of Political Psychology
This article discusses the March 2001 destruction of the Bamiyan Buddhas in Afghanistan by the Taliban.
Trends. The Idolatry Of Ignorance And Iconoclasm: Notes On The Taliban, Ibpp Editor
Trends. The Idolatry Of Ignorance And Iconoclasm: Notes On The Taliban, Ibpp Editor
International Bulletin of Political Psychology
The New York Times has reported that at least some Taliban authorities have directed that all statues in Afghanistan--including those commonly viewed as priceless exemplars of cultural (largely Buddhist) heritage and as treasures--be destroyed. The Taliban's rationale--that these statues have been used as idols and deities by non-Islamic believers and may be turned into idols in the future--is largely discussed in the context of leading to a global cultural catastrophe, as an unacceptable decision, as gratuitous vandalism, as exemplifying a rigid ignorance deserving unique contempt and disgust.
Mental Health Needs And Resources In Christian Communities Of South Korea, Lisa Graham Mcminn
Mental Health Needs And Resources In Christian Communities Of South Korea, Lisa Graham Mcminn
Faculty Publications - Department of World Languages, Sociology & Cultural Studies
In an effort to understand the mental health needs and resources of Korean Christians, we collected quantitative and qualitative data through surveys and interviews with Korean pastors and Christian educators. Several mental health concerns were identified: the high level of daily stress faced by many Koreans, marriage and family concerns, conflicts between Korean culture and the teachings of the church, and a tendency to keep emotional discomfort suppressed. Mental health resources include deep spiritual commitment to a life of prayer, high levels of commitment to family and community, cultural values of persistence and patience, and reliance on Christian communities for …
On The History Of Mystical Anarchism In Russia, V. V. Nalimov
On The History Of Mystical Anarchism In Russia, V. V. Nalimov
International Journal of Transpersonal Studies
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Religious Faith And Mental Health Outcomes, Thomas G. Plante, Naveen K. Sharma
Religious Faith And Mental Health Outcomes, Thomas G. Plante, Naveen K. Sharma
Psychology
In this chapter we review recent research regarding the relationship between religious faith/spirituality and mental health outcomes, as well as provide directions for future research and discussion. The specific aspects of mental health and illness that we focus on include well-being, depression, anxiety, substance abuse, and schizophrenia. We also briefly discuss research pertaining to religious faith and personality disorders, eating disorders, somatoform disorders, and bipolar disorder.
Psychology, Theology & Care For The Soul (The Introduction To Care For The Soul: Exploring The Intersection Of Psychology & Theology), Mark R. Mcminn
Psychology, Theology & Care For The Soul (The Introduction To Care For The Soul: Exploring The Intersection Of Psychology & Theology), Mark R. Mcminn
Faculty Publications - Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) Program
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Entering The Inconceivable: Stereogramic Viewing And The Spirit Of The Mountain Cave, S. I. Shapiro, Philippe L. Gross
Entering The Inconceivable: Stereogramic Viewing And The Spirit Of The Mountain Cave, S. I. Shapiro, Philippe L. Gross
International Journal of Transpersonal Studies
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Dreams And Reflections Under A Hill: Fragments Of A Triviographic Description Of The Umbra Vale By A Xxth-Century Ex-Soviet Transrational Traveler, T. R. Soidla
International Journal of Transpersonal Studies
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The Emergence Of The Ego/Self Complementarity And Its Beyond, Herbert Guenther
The Emergence Of The Ego/Self Complementarity And Its Beyond, Herbert Guenther
International Journal of Transpersonal Studies
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The Meaning Of Self-Liberation And Some Loops From The Source Of Danger Is Fear, Elías Capriles
The Meaning Of Self-Liberation And Some Loops From The Source Of Danger Is Fear, Elías Capriles
International Journal of Transpersonal Studies
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Spirituality And Psychotherapy The Matter Of"Separation Anxiety" And Beyond, Stuart Sovatsky
Spirituality And Psychotherapy The Matter Of"Separation Anxiety" And Beyond, Stuart Sovatsky
International Journal of Transpersonal Studies
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Word Painting, Carl Sesar
A New Look At Theosophy The Great Chain Of Being Revisited, H. David Wenger
A New Look At Theosophy The Great Chain Of Being Revisited, H. David Wenger
International Journal of Transpersonal Studies
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The Ad Man Monk, Asa Baber
Research On Faith And Health: New Appoaches To Old Questions, Thomas G. Plante, Allen C. Sherman
Research On Faith And Health: New Appoaches To Old Questions, Thomas G. Plante, Allen C. Sherman
Psychology
Does religious faith influence health? Are religious practices associated with altered risks for morbidity or mortality? Do religious or spiritual individuals tend to enjoy better well-being or mental health across the lifespan? Does spiritual or religious involvement change the way individuals adapt to the demands of chronic illness? This volume brings together some of the leading investigators who have explored these intriguing questions. Though research is in its early phases, the chapters that follow review some of what we have learned and begin to trace the outlines of the many mysteries that remain.
The Backward Glance: Rilke And The Ways Ofthe Heart, Robert D. Romanyshyn
The Backward Glance: Rilke And The Ways Ofthe Heart, Robert D. Romanyshyn
International Journal of Transpersonal Studies
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Mandalas, Nixies, Goddesses, And Succubi A Transpersonal Anthropologist Looks At The Anima, Charles D. Laughlin
Mandalas, Nixies, Goddesses, And Succubi A Transpersonal Anthropologist Looks At The Anima, Charles D. Laughlin
International Journal of Transpersonal Studies
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Death, Identity, And Enlightenment In Tibetan Culture, Karma Lekshe Tsomo
Death, Identity, And Enlightenment In Tibetan Culture, Karma Lekshe Tsomo
International Journal of Transpersonal Studies
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About Our Contributors, P L. Gross, S. I. Shapiro
About Our Contributors, P L. Gross, S. I. Shapiro
International Journal of Transpersonal Studies
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Healing Of Psychoses In Transpersonal Understanding, Joachim Galuska
Healing Of Psychoses In Transpersonal Understanding, Joachim Galuska
International Journal of Transpersonal Studies
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Ageless Nonsense Of Our Life, Kuang-Ming Wu
Ageless Nonsense Of Our Life, Kuang-Ming Wu
International Journal of Transpersonal Studies
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Personality Correlates Between Fundamentalist And Non-Fundamentalist Individuals As Measured By The Neo Pi-R And The Religious Fundamentalism Scale, Jason Andrew Witt
Personality Correlates Between Fundamentalist And Non-Fundamentalist Individuals As Measured By The Neo Pi-R And The Religious Fundamentalism Scale, Jason Andrew Witt
Masters Theses
The relationship between religious fundamentalism and personality was examined. Over 150 students total, from two Midwestern universities were administered the NEO PI-R and the Religious Fundamentalism Scale. It was predicted that the individuals who scored highly on the RF Scale would score significantly higher on the Neuroticism scale and significantly lower on the Openness scale of the NEO PI-R than the non-fundamentalists. Results of the study confirmed the prediction that Openness would be significantly lower for fundamentalists, F (1, 103) = 11.093, p < 0.001. Results did not confirm the prediction that Neuroticism would be significantly higher for fundamentalists, but showed that Agreeableness was significantly higher for fundamentalists, F (1,103) = 11.127, p < 0.001. Possible reasons for the differences in personality scores between fundamentalists and non-fundamentalists were discussed, as well as suggestions for future research in this area.
Relationship Between Belief In An Active Satan And Intolerance Of Minority Groups, Jennifer L. Acord
Relationship Between Belief In An Active Satan And Intolerance Of Minority Groups, Jennifer L. Acord
Masters Theses
For years researchers have explored the issue of intolerance of minority groups. Research has suggested that intolerance is related to general religiosity. More recently the focus of investigation has been the relationship between intolerance and specific religious beliefs, such as belief in an active Satan, religious fundamentalism, and right-wing authoritarianism (RWA). In a previous study Wilson and Huff (in press) found that belief in an active Satan was related to intolerance of gay men and lesbians and ethnic minority groups. The current study re-examined the relationship between belief in an active Satan and intolerance of various minority groups. In addition, …