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Faith and Health: Psychological Perspectives

Primary Author: Thomas G. Plante, Santa Clara University

This book looks at "psychological research on the links between religious faith and health outcomes." It includes sections on:

- Faith and Health in the General Population
- Faith and Health in Special Populations
- Faith and Health in the Clinic
- Commentaries on Research Concerning Faith and Health

Date Last Modified 08/01/2001 Book

Faith and Mental Health: Religious Resources for Healing

Primary Author: Harold G. Koenig, Duke University Center for Spirituality, Theology and Health

Published by Templeton Press, this book covers:

- Research on the relationship between religion and positive emotions, psychiatric illnesses, and severe and persistent mental disorders

- Ways in which religion has influenced mental health historically, and how it now and in the future can be involved with mental health

- A comprehensive description and categorization of Christian and non-Christian faith-based organizations that provide mental health resources

- Resources for religious professionals and faith communities on how to design effective programs

Date Last Modified 09/01/2005 Book

Geriatrics, Palliative Care & Interprofessional Teamwork Curriculum

Primary Author: VISN 3 Geriatric Research, Education & Clinical Center (GRECC)

Complete curriculum for Geriatrics, Palliative Care, and Interprofessional Teamwork. Includes modules on Psychosocial Issues at End of Life, and Death, Dying and Bereavement. GRECC is part of the Veterans Health Administration.

Date Last Modified Course curriculum

Handbook of Religion and Health

Primary Author: Harold G. Koenig, Duke University Center for Spirituality, Theology and Health

This hardcover book provides a comprehensive look at the effects religion has on physical and mental health.

Date Last Modified 12/01/2000 Book

Impact of Religion on Health

Primary Author: Harold G. Koenig, Duke University Center for Spirituality, Theology and Health

This is a 2005 talk given by Dr. Koenig that provides a broad overview on the interaction between religion and health and pitfalls clinicians should avoid when communicating with patients about spirituality/religion.

Date Last Modified 12/31/2005 Lecture presentation