Medicine and spiritual healing within a region of Canada: preliminary findings concerning Christian Scientists' healthcare practices.

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  • Author(s): Manca T;Manca T
  • Source:
    Journal of religion and health [J Relig Health] 2013 Sep; Vol. 52 (3), pp. 789-803.
  • Publication Type:
    Journal Article
  • Language:
    English
  • Additional Information
    • Source:
      Publisher: Springer Country of Publication: United States NLM ID: 2985199R Publication Model: Print Cited Medium: Internet ISSN: 1573-6571 (Electronic) Linking ISSN: 00224197 NLM ISO Abbreviation: J Relig Health Subsets: MEDLINE
    • Publication Information:
      Publication: New York, NY : Springer
      Original Publication: New York : Academy of Religion and Mental Health.
    • Subject Terms:
      Christian Science* ; Delivery of Health Care* ; Spiritual Therapies*; Canada ; Humans ; Religion and Medicine
    • Abstract:
      Christian Science is the largest and most recognized of various spiritual healing groups that encourage members to forgo or overcome the need for medicine. Even so, it appears that some Scientists occasionally use medicine. In this study, I argue that Scientists in one region of Canada respond to influences on their healthcare practices differently and follow a variety of healthcare practices. These practices range from refusing medically necessary treatment (which could potentially harm individuals' health) to making full use of the medical system. I base my findings primarily on interviews with eleven current members and one former Christian Scientist.
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    • Publication Date:
      Date Created: 20110618 Date Completed: 20140327 Latest Revision: 20211020
    • Publication Date:
      20240104
    • Accession Number:
      10.1007/s10943-011-9504-6
    • Accession Number:
      21681598