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Ontological Orientation as a Mediator of Perceptual Change.
- Source :
- International Journal of Mental Health & Addiction; Feb2021, Vol. 19 Issue 1, p193-206, 14p
- Publication Year :
- 2021
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Abstract
- Self-other dualism results in a view of the self as continually under threat. A foreboding of fear, anxiety, depression, sorrow, and ultimately panic are likely outcomes. Belief withdrawal, particularly relinquishment of self-other dualism, has however been found to mitigate these outcomes. This article reports on a study examining the effectiveness of belief withdrawal attained through engagement with A Course in Miracles (ACIM), as devised by Dr Helen Schucman, a Professor of Medical Psychology at Columbia University''s College of Physicians and Surgeons. One-on-one interviews were conducted with thirty-three participants (sourced through ACIM Meetup groups) who had completed the ACIM self-study program of 365 workbook lessons aimed at restoring mental health through the discontinuation of dualistic perception. The data indicates self-other belief relinquishment may be achieved through ACIM facilitating significant attitudinal and behavioural change. ACIM's ontological orientation was found to play a significant role in facilitating these changes. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
- Subjects :
- BEHAVIOR
MENTAL health
AUTODIDACTICISM
GRIEF
PSYCHOLOGY
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Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 15571874
- Volume :
- 19
- Issue :
- 1
- Database :
- Complementary Index
- Journal :
- International Journal of Mental Health & Addiction
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 148628852
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1007/s11469-019-00165-3