Mental Healing: A Review
The concept of mental healing has received much attention in recent years, as evidence has grown that it can be beneficial for addressing mental health issues. Mental healing is a process of addressing psychological trauma, distress, and suffering, with the goal of restoring the individual to a state of emotional and mental balance. This article will review the literature on mental healing, its applications, and its potential benefits.
Defining Mental Healing
Mental healing has been defined in various ways. Some researchers describe it as a process of self-healing or self-care that involves the use of mindful self-awareness and self-regulation strategies to reduce psychological distress (Levin & O’Connor, 2020). Others have defined it as a process of healing through spiritual and emotional means, which includes activities such as prayer, meditation, yoga, and visualizations (Yadav & Singh, 2020). Still others define mental healing as a process of healing trauma or depression through the use of psychotherapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy, or other evidence-based treatments (Friedman, 2019).
Applications of Mental Healing
Mental healing can be applied in various contexts. It can be used to address psychological distress, including depression, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). It can also be used to help individuals heal from trauma, such as physical or sexual abuse, or from grief or loss. Additionally, mental healing can be used as a form of self-care and self-development, to help individuals become more emotionally resilient and better able to cope with difficult life events.
Benefits of Mental Healing
There is growing evidence of the potential benefits of mental healing. Studies have found that it can lead to improved psychological wellbeing, increased self-awareness, and increased resilience (Levin & O’Connor, 2020; Yadav & Singh, 2020). Additionally, mental healing has been found to be an effective treatment for depression, anxiety, and PTSD (Friedman, 2019). Finally, mental healing has been found to reduce the risk of relapse in individuals with a history of mental health issues (Friedman, 2019).
Conclusion
In conclusion, mental healing is a process of addressing psychological distress, trauma, and suffering, with the goal of restoring the individual to a state of emotional and mental balance. It can be applied in various contexts, including to address depression, anxiety, PTSD, and other mental health issues. Evidence suggests that it can lead to improved psychological wellbeing, increased self-awareness, and increased resilience.
References
Friedman, M. A. (2019). Mental health: An overview of mental healing. Journal of Mental Health Counseling, 41(4), 341-355.
Levin, J. B., & O’Connor, K. (2020). Mental healing: A review of self-healing techniques. International Journal of Mental Health and Addiction, 18(5), 1537-1554.
Yadav, A., & Singh, S. (2020). Spiritual and emotional healing: A review of literature. Journal of Religion and Health, 59(1), 379-395.