Religion and its effects on Mental Health

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3. Promoting acceptance and support within religious communities V. Conclusion

Introduction

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Controversies and Challenges

Religious Fundamentalism

Definition of religious fundamentalism

Religious beliefs and mental health needs/medication

Positive Effects of Religion

Meditation/Prayers

Psychological benefits of prayer and meditation

How prayer and meditation can reduce stress and anxiety

Religious Coping

Definition of religious coping

Positive effects of religious coping on mental health

Negative effects of religious coping on mental health

Meaning and Purpose

Role of religion in providing meaning and purpose

How religious beliefs contribute to a sense of meaning and purpose

Social Support

Support system religion creates (Church, Religious Programs)

How Church can help to socialize and support

Benefits of religious social support on mental health

The Negative Effects of Religion

Religious Trauma

What is the cause of Religious Trauma

Psychological impact of religious trauma

Negative effects of religious beliefs on mental health

Stigma and Discrimination

History of mental illness and how the church treated it/treats it now