what Effect Does Religion Have On Physical And Mental Health? In Answering This Question, This Book Reviews And Discusses Research On The Relationship Between Religion And A Variety Of Mental And Physical Health Outcomes, Including Depression And Anxiety; Heart Disease, Stroke, And Cancer; And Health Related Behaviors Such As Smoking And Substance Abuse. The Authors Examine The Positive And Negative Effects Of Religion On Health Throughout The Life Span, From Childhood To Old Age. Based On Their Findings, They Build Theoretical Models Illustrating The Behavioral, Psychological, Social, And Physiological Pathways Through Which Religion May Influence Health. The Authors Also Review Research On The Impact Of Religious Affiliation, Belief, And Practice On The Use Of Health Services And Compliance With Medical Treatment. In Conclusion, They Discuss The Clinical Relevance Of Their Findings And Make Recommendations For Future Research Priorities.
Offering The First Comprehensive Examination Of Its Topic, This Volume Is An Indispensable Resource For Research Scientists, Health Professionals, Public Policy Makers, And Anyone Interested In The Relationship Between Religion And Health.
- The First Comprehensive Examination Of The Relationship Between Religion And Health
about The Authors:
Harold G. Koenig, M.d., Is Associate Professor Of Psychiatry And Associate Professor Of Medicine At Duke University.
michael E. Mccullough, Ph.d., Is Director Of Research At The National Institute For Healthcare Research.
david B. Larson, M.d., Is President Of The National Institute For Healthcare Research.
journal Of The American Medical Associationthis Book Provides A Fascinating Look At The Role Of Religion And The Use Of Health Services Against The Background Of The Current Availability Of And Access To Health Care Across All Segments Of Society. This Analysis Suggests That The Level Of Religiousness And An Individual's Commitment To Preventive Behaviors And The Use Of Medical Services May Be A Fruitful Area Of Future Research....this Is An Unparalleled Resource Not Only For Physicians With An Interest In The Relationship Between Religion And Health But Perhaps Even More For Those Who Doubt Its Significance. All Physicians Should Consider The Possibility That Something So Meaningful To A Large Number Of Patients Might Also Be Good For Their Health.
Categories:
- Religion & Spirituality
- New Age & Spirituality
- Mental & Spiritual Healing
- New Age & Spirituality
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Author : Koenig, Harold G.,McCullough, Michael E.,Larson, David B.
Language : English
Edition : 1
Published :2001-01-11
Number Of Pages : 728
Binding : Hardcover
ISBN-10 : 0195118669
ISBN-13 : 9780195118667
Item weight : 3.25 lb
Dimensions : 2.1 in x 6.7 in x 10.2 in
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