Religion (and spirituality) is very much alive and shapes the cultural values and aspirations of psychiatrist and patient alike, as does the choice of not ident

This book was the first to specifically address the impact of religion and spirituality on mental illness.

The Handbook of Religion and Mental Health is a useful resource for mental health professionals, religious professionals, and counselors. The book describes how

Religion and Mental Health: Research and Clinical Applications summarizes research on how religion may help people better cope or exacerbate their stress, cover

Research has indicated that spiritual and religious factors are strongly tied to a host of mental health variables, both positive and negative. That body of res