American Psychiatric Association – Committee on Religion, Spirituality and Psychiatry
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The American Psychiatric Association’s Committee on Religion, Spirituality and Psychiatry is a specialized body within the APA that focuses on the interplay between mental health and religious or spiritual life, shaping policy, education, and recognition in this area.
All labels observed (1)
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| American Psychiatric Association – Committee on Religion, Spirituality and Psychiatry canonical | 1 |
How this entity was disambiguated
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Entity disambiguation (via context triple)
gpt-5-mini-2025-08-07
Target entity: American Psychiatric Association – Committee on Religion, Spirituality and Psychiatry Context triple: [Oskar Pfister Award, presentedBy, American Psychiatric Association – Committee on Religion, Spirituality and Psychiatry]
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A.
Handbook of Spiritual Counsel
Handbook of Spiritual Counsel is a classic Eastern Orthodox spiritual guide by St. Nikodemos the Hagiorite, offering practical instructions for ascetic life, repentance, and inner prayer.
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Program for the Evolution of Spirituality
The Program for the Evolution of Spirituality is a Harvard Divinity School initiative that explores and supports emerging forms of spiritual life and practice in contemporary society.
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C.
Board of Scientific Affairs of the American Psychological Association
The Board of Scientific Affairs of the American Psychological Association is a governing body within the APA that oversees and promotes scientific research, policy, and recognition in the field of psychology.
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D.
An Analysis of Religious Belief
An Analysis of Religious Belief is a 19th-century work of religious criticism by John Russell, Viscount Amberley, examining the origins, validity, and social impact of religious doctrines.
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E.
Spiritual Depression: Its Causes and Cure
"Spiritual Depression: Its Causes and Cure" is a classic Christian devotional and pastoral book in which Martyn Lloyd-Jones explores the biblical roots of spiritual discouragement and offers practical, Scripture-based guidance for overcoming it.
- F. None of above. chosen
- G. Unsure - the case is ambiguous/there is not enough information to decide.
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Entity disambiguation (via description)
gpt-5-mini-2025-08-07
Target entity: American Psychiatric Association – Committee on Religion, Spirituality and Psychiatry Target entity description: The American Psychiatric Association’s Committee on Religion, Spirituality and Psychiatry is a specialized body within the APA that focuses on the interplay between mental health and religious or spiritual life, shaping policy, education, and recognition in this area.
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A.
Handbook of Spiritual Counsel
Handbook of Spiritual Counsel is a classic Eastern Orthodox spiritual guide by St. Nikodemos the Hagiorite, offering practical instructions for ascetic life, repentance, and inner prayer.
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B.
Program for the Evolution of Spirituality
The Program for the Evolution of Spirituality is a Harvard Divinity School initiative that explores and supports emerging forms of spiritual life and practice in contemporary society.
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C.
Board of Scientific Affairs of the American Psychological Association
The Board of Scientific Affairs of the American Psychological Association is a governing body within the APA that oversees and promotes scientific research, policy, and recognition in the field of psychology.
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D.
An Analysis of Religious Belief
An Analysis of Religious Belief is a 19th-century work of religious criticism by John Russell, Viscount Amberley, examining the origins, validity, and social impact of religious doctrines.
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E.
Spiritual Depression: Its Causes and Cure
"Spiritual Depression: Its Causes and Cure" is a classic Christian devotional and pastoral book in which Martyn Lloyd-Jones explores the biblical roots of spiritual discouragement and offers practical, Scripture-based guidance for overcoming it.
- F. None of above. chosen
Statements (45)
| Predicate | Object |
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| instanceOf |
APA component
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committee ⓘ professional committee ⓘ |
| affiliatedWith | American Psychiatric Association ⓘ |
| aimsTo |
improve understanding of how religion and spirituality affect mental health
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promote evidence-based approaches to religious and spiritual issues in psychiatry ⓘ reduce stigma related to religious and spiritual experiences in mental health settings ⓘ support psychiatrists in addressing patients’ religious and spiritual concerns ⓘ |
| concerns |
appropriate use of spiritual resources in mental health care
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collaboration with clergy and faith communities in patient care ⓘ impact of religious beliefs on diagnosis and treatment ⓘ |
| contributesTo |
APA policy on religion and spirituality in psychiatry
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educational resources on religion and spirituality for psychiatrists ⓘ guidance for psychiatrists on religious and spiritual issues ⓘ integration of religious and spiritual considerations into psychiatric training ⓘ |
| country |
United States
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linked to:
United States of America
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| field |
psychiatry
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religion and mental health ⓘ spirituality and mental health ⓘ |
| focusesOn |
clinical implications of religion and spirituality in psychiatry
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cultural aspects of religious and spiritual beliefs in mental health care ⓘ ethical issues related to religion and spirituality in psychiatric practice ⓘ interplay between mental health and religious life ⓘ interplay between mental health and spiritual life ⓘ |
| hasMemberType |
APA members
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psychiatrists ⓘ |
| hasScope |
education
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policy ⓘ professional recognition ⓘ |
| language | English ⓘ |
| operatedBy | American Psychiatric Association ⓘ |
| partOf | American Psychiatric Association ⓘ |
| produces |
educational sessions for APA meetings on religion and spirituality
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guidelines and position statements related to religion and spirituality in psychiatry ⓘ recommendations for APA leadership on religion and spirituality ⓘ |
| sector | professional association ⓘ |
| topic |
cultural competence in psychiatry
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mental health ⓘ professional ethics in psychiatry ⓘ psychiatric practice ⓘ religion ⓘ spirituality ⓘ |
| worksWith |
APA councils and other committees
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mental health professionals concerned with religious and spiritual issues ⓘ psychiatrists interested in religion and spirituality ⓘ |
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Subject: American Psychiatric Association – Committee on Religion, Spirituality and Psychiatry Description of subject: The American Psychiatric Association’s Committee on Religion, Spirituality and Psychiatry is a specialized body within the APA that focuses on the interplay between mental health and religious or spiritual life, shaping policy, education, and recognition in this area.
Referenced by (1)
Full triples — surface form annotated when it differs from this entity's canonical label.
Oskar Pfister Award
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presentedBy
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American Psychiatric Association – Committee on Religion, Spirituality and Psychiatry
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