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Erschienen in: Journal of Religion and Health 1/2014

01.02.2014 | Original Paper

Religion, Spirituality and Therapy: Implications for Training

verfasst von: Diane Elkonin, Ottilia Brown, Samantha Naicker

Erschienen in: Journal of Religion and Health | Ausgabe 1/2014

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Abstract

Religion and spirituality are recognized coping resources but are neglected in psychological training and practice. However, religion and spirituality can be successfully used to cope with psychological disorders, prevent unhealthy behaviors and promote resilience. This study explored and described two questions regarding the concepts of the terminology religion and spirituality, and the perceptions of the use of religion and spirituality in therapy. Purposive sampling was utilized in a qualitative study of 15 registered psychologists, and data were analyzed using Tesch’s model of qualitative content analysis. The concepts religion and spirituality appear difficult to define but the importance of their use as coping mechanisms in their own and their clients’ lives was recognized. These findings have implications for professional training.
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Metadaten
Titel
Religion, Spirituality and Therapy: Implications for Training
verfasst von
Diane Elkonin
Ottilia Brown
Samantha Naicker
Publikationsdatum
01.02.2014
Verlag
Springer US
Erschienen in
Journal of Religion and Health / Ausgabe 1/2014
Print ISSN: 0022-4197
Elektronische ISSN: 1573-6571
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s10943-012-9607-8

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