Psych2Go's video: Pros and Cons of Religion From a Mental Health Perspective

In this video, we explore the diverse impact of religion on mental health. Many of you have shared your experiences in the comments—some finding solace and strength in their faith, while others have felt traumatized by religious practices - also known as religious trauma. We're here to delve into both sides, discussing how religion can offer support, peace, and community, but also how it can contribute to trauma, stress, and anxiety. In this video, let's explore the pros and cons of religion from a mental health and psychological perspective, offering a balanced view to help you understand its complexities. Writer: Dylan Swanepoel Editor & Script Manager: Kelly Soong Voice: Gabriel Miles Animator: Anilezah Lam YouTube Manager: Cindy Cheong References: Pargament, K. I. (2001). The psychology of religion and coping: Theory, research, practice. Guilford press. Wesselmann, E. D., Nairne, J. S., & Williams, K. D. (2012). An evolutionary social psychological approach to studying the effects of ostracism. Journal of Social, Evolutionary, and Cultural Psychology, 6(3), 309. SEVİNÇ, K. (2012). Searching for happiness in the Modern World: Positive Psychology and Religion. Journal of Intercultural and Religious Studies.(2), 121-146. Burris, C. T., & Jackson, L. M. (1999). Hate the sin/love the sinner, or love the hater? Intrinsic religion and responses to partner abuse. Journal for the scientific study of religion, 160-174. Post, B. C., & Wade, N. G. (2009). Religion and spirituality in psychotherapy: A practice‐friendly review of research. Journal of clinical psychology, 65(2), 131-146. Luyten, P., Corveleyn, J., & Fontaine, J. R. (1998). The relationship between religiosity and mental health: Distinguishing between shame and guilt. Mental Health, Religion & Culture, 1(2), 165-184. Jost, J. T., Hawkins, C. B., Nosek, B. A., Hennes, E. P., Stern, C., Gosling, S. D., & Graham, J. (2014). Belief in a just God (and a just society): A system justification perspective on religious ideology. Journal of Theoretical and Philosophical Psychology, 34(1), 56. Glas, G., & Poort, Z. (2007). Anxiety, anxiety disorders, religion and spirituality. Southern medical journal, 100(6), 621-625.