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Spirituality has played an important role in mental wellbeing.Globally acknowledged concept of spirituality involves belief and obedience related to God.Spirituality involves abstract ways such as searching for the meaning of life and a sense of connectedness to the universe.[2]
It is associated with markedly reduced mental illness and, is linked with higher mental health status.[3]
The World Psychiatry Association, American Psychological Association, American Psychiatry Association, and Royal College of Psychiatrists all have included sections dedicated to religion and spirituality.[9]
Summary
The World Health Organization (WHO) defines health as ‘a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity’.1 WHO defines mental health as ‘a state of well-being in which the individual realizes his or her own abilities, can cope with the normal stresses of life, can work productively and fruitfully, and is able to make a contribution to his or her community’.1 From the time being, spirituality has played an important role in mental wellbeing.Globally acknowledged concept of spirituality involves belief and obedience related to God.Spirituality involves abstract ways such as searching for the meaning of life and a sense of connectedness to the universe.[2]. In the world where the majority of the population (90%) is involved in some form of religious and spiritual practice,[4] around 450 million people currently suffer from various mental illnesses making it leading causes of ill-health and disability worldwide.
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