Spiritual Dimensions of Healing:From Native Shamanism to Contemporary Health Care
Anthropology of Consciousness December 1, 1993 DOI: 10.1525/ac.1993.4.4.17.1 (opens in new tab)
Summary
AI-generated from the abstractThis book examines healing practices across cultures, tracing the role of spirituality from Native American shamanism to modern health care. The authors argue that spiritual dimensions are integral to healing, offering a cross-cultural perspective on how rituals, beliefs, and altered states of consciousness contribute to therapeutic outcomes. They discuss shamanic traditions, the placebo effect, and the integration of spiritual approaches in contemporary medicine, suggesting that acknowledging these dimensions can enhance patient care.
Study at a glance
| Characteristics | Theoretical or philosophical paper Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Key finding | Argues that spiritual and ritual elements from shamanic healing traditions can be integrated into contemporary health care to enhance holistic treatment. |
Abstract
Spiritual Dimensions of Healing: From Native Shamanism to Contemporary Health Care. Stanley Krippner and Patrick Welch New York: Irvington, 1992 293 pp. ISBN 0‐ 8290‐2462‐X; 0‐8290‐3162‐6 with audio cassette. $19.95 (cloth); $39.95 with audio cassette.