Bibliography: BIB28630

web link	bahai-library.com/bibliography/BIB28630
reference type	Journal Article
title	Is Spirituality Effective in Addiction Recovery and Prevention?
journal	Journal of Bahá'í Studies
author	Ghadirian, Abdu'l-Missagh and Salehian, Shadi
authority control	Abdu'l-Missagh Ghadirian; Shadi Salehian
year	2018
date	Winter 2018
issue	4
volume	28
abstract	Affecting millions, the rise of substance abuse, particularly opioids, has become a global health crisis, the leading cause of death and disability worldwide. Despite extensive scientific advances in understanding the complex biopsychosocial components of this phenomenon, there is no relief in sight. Yet, research studies during the past twenty years reveal an important role for spirituality and religion in prevention and recovery. The primary purpose of this article is to explore this role, examine various theories that have emerged about the positive influence of spirituality, and consider how an effective approach to prevention and treatment might be realized.
language	English
keywords	SUBSTANCE ABUSE; DRUGS; OPIOIDS; HEALTH; SPIRITUALITY; PREVENTION; RECOVERY
pages	69–88