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Religion and Bio-Psycho- Social Health: A Review and Conceptual Model

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This paper presents a research-based conceptual model respectively linking three dimensions of religious experience (religious practices, spiritual beliefs, and faith community) with three dimensions of health (biological, psychological, and social). The model is used as a framework to highlight findings in the religion-health knowledge base and to provide a broad survey of this domain of inquiry. Considerations for future research on religion and health are addressed.

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Marks, L. Religion and Bio-Psycho- Social Health: A Review and Conceptual Model. J Relig Health 44, 173–186 (2005). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10943-005-2775-z

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