HPRO 507 - Spirituality and Health:The Wholeness Connection

Institution:

University of Southern California

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Description:

Examines how spiritual/religious beliefs and practices might influence physical health through known physiological mechanisms of the neuroendocrine and immune systems. How devout spiritual/religious beliefs and practices might affect not only a sense of well-being and quality of life, but also longevity. Information about religious/spiritual study methodologies and research instruments. Explores principles of spiritual care as applied to practice, including perspectives on the theology of healing, the connection between body and spirit, and the roles of faith and meaning.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.usc.edu/

Phone Number:

(213) 740-2311

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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