Spiritual fasting: A link between spirituality and mental health

Date of Publication

2007

Document Type

Bachelor's Thesis

Degree Name

Bachelor of Arts Major in Psychology

College

College of Liberal Arts

Department/Unit

Psychology

Thesis Adviser

Ron R. Resurreccion

Defense Panel Member

Sean Tan Mansukhani

Abstract/Summary

This study focuses on the experiences of spiritual fasting by studying the individual meanings, reasons, experiences and effects one undergoes. 15 participants were obtained using purposive, non-probability sampling and were subjected to one on one interviews. The data gathered from these interviews were then categorized through content analysis into themes that best characterized the spiritual fasting experience. Results show that some people fast because of obligation, petition, and psychological disequilibrium. During this time they experience physiological changes and changes in mood, of which they perform acts of devotion and acts of contemplation. The result is that spiritual fasting has certain effects on the mind such as clarity, awareness, perseverance, humility, and a stronger, deeper connection with a higher being. The researchers concluded that spiritual fasting was indeed able to promote positive change and growth in those who practiced it.

Abstract Format

html

Language

English

Format

Print

Accession Number

TU14376

Shelf Location

Archives, The Learning Commons, 12F, Henry Sy Sr. Hall

Physical Description

51 leaves : ill. ; 28 cm. ; Computer print-out.

Keywords

Fasting; Spirituality; Mental health

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