Department of psychiatry tehran University of Medical Sciences, Roozbeh Psychiatric Hospital
Abstract: (17255 Views)
Regarding the utilization of cultural and religious beliefs in the treatment of physical and mental disorders, this article presents the cases of 3 Iranian psychiatric patients with severe physical and mental symptoms, preceded by a long history of different psychiatric treatments. These cases illustrate that bu relying on patients religious beliefs and faith, the therapist can increase his / her self esteem and confidence, relieve anxiety, enhance coping mechanisms and cure physical as well as emotional symptoms.
Type of Study:
Original Research |
Subject:
Psychiatry and Psychology Received: 2012/12/17 | Published: 1996/05/15