Religion, psychology share methods for reducing distress, study finds

 Religious people facing life crises rely on emotion-regulation strategies that psychologists also use, a new study finds. 

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Faith groups can tackle loneliness, says report

NATIONAL initiatives to tackle loneliness should include faith-based communities and organisations, a report on how religious groups combat the problem suggests. In addition, the groups should ensure that their activities are known to public services and other organisations fighting loneliness, it says. Read Church Times article here

Spiritual Experiences Can Improve Long-Term Mental Health

In a new survey of thousands of people who reported a personal encounter with “ultimate reality” or God, a majority say the experience led to lasting positive changes in their psychological health, life satisfaction, purpose and meaning even decades after the initial encounter. Click here to read PsychCentral article

Discuss religion, spirituality when treating young adults with severe mental illness

A majority of young adults with severe mental illness -- bipolar disorder, schizophrenia or major depression -- consider religion and spirituality relevant to their mental health, according to a new study. Click here to read ScienceDaily article