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Psychiatry and Spirituality: Relationships and Importance in Psychotherapy

^{Author: Dr. Harold Koenig
Date Published: 2023}

ABSTRACT:
This paper summarizes a lecture on psychiatry and spirituality, which examined research on the relationship between religion, spirituality and mental health, and discussed the importance of addressing spiritual issues in psychotherapy. In this article, religion and spirituality are first differentiated from one another. Next, research on the relationship between religion and mental health is examined. Third, a theoretical model is presented explaining how religious involvement may affect mental and social health. Fourth, a review of religious/spiritually-integrated psychotherapy is presented with a focus on depression/anxiety, moral injury, and PTSD. Finally, further resources for more information about the topic is provided. Because many people in the Philippines are religious, and religion affects mental health one way or the other, it cannot be ignored by psychiatrists who practice in this country.

Examining Mental Health and Diversity and Collaborating towards Improved Mental Health for All

^{Author: Dr.Anthony P. S. Guerrero
Date Published: 2023}

ABSTRACT:
In this article, we aim to: 1) highlight the importance of understanding culture and history in optimizing individual and populational mental health and in addressing mental health disparities; 2) review studies from Hawai‘i investigating the potential role of acculturative stress in indigenous and immigrant populations; and 3) propose international collaborations and friendships to understand and provide care for the people we serve.