Religion that heals, religion that harms [electronic resource] : a guide for clinical practice / James L. Griffith.
Griffith, James L., 1950-
2010
RC455.4.R4 G76 2010eb
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Title Religion that heals, religion that harms [electronic resource] : a guide for clinical practice / James L. Griffith.
Author Griffith, James L., 1950-
ISBN 9781606238912 (electronic bk.)
9781606238899
Publication Details New York ; London : Guilford Press, c2010.
Language English
Description 1 online resource (xiv, 274 p.)
Call Number RC455.4.R4 G76 2010eb
Dewey Decimal Classification 616.89
Summary From James L. Griffith, well known for his work on harnessing the healing potential of religion and spirituality, this book helps clinicians to intervene effectively in situations where religion is causing harm. Vivid examples illustrate how religious beliefs and practices may propel suicide, violence, self-neglect, or undue suffering in the face of medical or emotional challenges. Griffith also unravels the links between psychiatric illness and distorted religious experience. He demonstrates empathic, respectful ways to interview patients who disdain contact with mental health professionals.
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Bibliography, etc. Note Includes bibliographical references (p. 252-266) and index.
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