Mysticism and mental health: A critical dialogue

Unemployment and mental health: a critical review.

Existing theoretical explanations of the mental health consequences of unemployment are outlined, critically reviewed and an alternative theory proposed. Theories reviewed include the rehabilitation approach, the stages model, Jahoda's functional model, Warr's vitamin model and Fryer's agency critique. A discussion of the effects of moderating variables--including the quality of work, work comm...

Perinatal Mental Health: A Public Health Concern

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Religion and mental health: A critical appraisal of the literature

Religiosity and spirituality have been long investigated for their positive or negative effects on mental health, with mixed results. The author examines different associations and study methodologies, and describes criticism of the findings. Then, religious coping is explored and recent research on the inclusion of religious elements within therapeutical practices are reported. Finally, psycho...

A Three-part Theory of Critical Thinking: Dialogue, Mental Models, and Reliability1

Mental Health Commissions: making the critical difference to the development and reform of mental health services.

PURPOSE OF REVIEW Several Mental Health Commissions (MHCs) have emerged in developed countries over recent years, often in connection with mental health reform strategies. It is timely to consider the types of MHC which exist in different countries, their characteristics which may contribute to making them more effective, and any possible limitations and concerns raised about them. RECENT FIN...