Yesterday I found a great resource for those interested in the spirituality-health link. Visit the University of Pennsylvania Health System's Pastoral Care Department for a listing of articles published on this topic between 1999 and 2008. Here is the link for the most … [Read more...]
Dr. Christina Pulchaski – The Neurological Benefits of Religious Practices
Dr. Christina Pulchaski, Executive Director of the George Washington Institute for Spirituality and Health, is interviewed by Sally Quinn of the Washington Post's On Faith column. Topics addressed in the 5-minute video: Intercessory prayer The power of belief Research … [Read more...]
Spirituality and Health – A Christian Perspective Presented at International Conference
"When individuals, regardless of their faith, incorporate these powerful biblical principles of the Christian faith into their lives, the spirituality and health connection occurs and they will tend to enjoy better health and well-being." This is the conclusion to a recent … [Read more...]
“How Faith Can Heal” – A Special Mind & Body Issue of Time
The Feb. 23rd issue of Time is a special mind-body issue with the cover story "How Faith Can Heal." The main article is The Biology of Belief. There is another article that includes a question and answer forum by three experts that discuss the role that belief should play in … [Read more...]
Joy, Wellbeing & Health – Weekly Faith & Health Scripture – Psalm 119:2
Reuters Health released an article on September 1, 2008, "Lack of Joy in Life Ups Early Death Risk,” about a research study conducted in Japan. It found that people who don't think life is worth living are more likely to die within the next few years. The increased death risk was … [Read more...]
Research on Happiness, Life Satisfation and Health – Psalm 119:2, 35, & 56
Today an article was released by Health Behavior News Service suggesting that happiness and life satisfaction might lead to better health. They refer to a study that was based upon research in Australia conducted in 2001 and 2004. The researchers looked at 10,000 adults who … [Read more...]
