Book DescriptionFaith and Mental Health: Religious Resources for Healing is a one-of-a-kind resource on the relationship between religion and mental health Dr Harold G Koenig, one of the world's leading authorities on spirituality and health, examines what religion has done for and against people who struggle with emotional problems and mental озрья disorders He then looks at what people of faith are doing now to meet the needs of the mentally ill, and what more they might be doing An unprecedented source of practical information, Faith and Mental Health presents research on the relationship between religion and positive emotions, psychiatric illnesses, and severe and persistent mental disorders It describes ways in which religion has influencedmental health historically, and how it now and in the future can be involved with mental health It also includes a comprehensive description and categorization of Christian and non-Christian faith-based organizations that provide mental health resources and it gives resources for religious professionals and faith communities on how to design programs Dr Koenigs research, analysis, and insights concerning religious interventions will benefit medical school professionals, religious professionals, and anyone concerned with the future of mental health care.  Редакторы:2005 г 352 стр ISBN 193203191X.