Assessing Transcendental Experiences vs Mental Illnesses.
Shawn Lucas
Journal of Pastoral Care & Counseling December 1, 2017 DOI: 10.1177/1542305017737780 (opens in new tab)
Study at a glance
AI-extracted from the abstract| Characteristics | Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Intervention | Transcendent Assessment Tool |
| Keywords | Psychosis Delusions Mental illness Religious preoccupation Transcendent |
| Key points | Being able to differentiate between mental illness and transcendent experiences has led patients to remain engaged in treatment. |
Abstract
In our experience, being able to differentiate between mental illness and transcendent experiences has led patients to remain engaged in treatment. This is important since those who have experienced religious preoccupation are the least likely to seek out mental health care. We have developed a "Transcendent Assessment Tool" to assist clinicians and clients in discerning whether an experience is a delusion or part of a transcendent experience.