Spirituality vs. Materialism in Medicine

This chapter examines the limits of reductionist approaches in medicine and the therapeutic value of spirituality, particularly within Abrahamic faiths. It contrasts views of Freud and Jung on religion's role in mental health, while discussing the influence of spiritual practices like Muslim prayer on brain activity. The narrative emphasizes the cultural biases against religion in Western medicine and the need for an integrated understanding of spirituality and neuroscience.