Date of Defense
12-7-2017
Date of Graduation
12-2017
Department
Biological Sciences
First Advisor
Cynthia Visscher
Second Advisor
Hafiz Akbar
Third Advisor
Scott Shank
Abstract
This study provides an understanding of the relationship between the Abrahamic religions and depression at Western Michigan University. It covers both causes and treatments from explanatory models of Christianity, Judaism and Islam. Interviews of clergy members from each religion (from the Kalamazoo, MI area) were conducted and analyzed. A large focus of the study regards aspects of each religion that provide protective factors from depression, beliefs on why depression occurs and treatment plans suggested for depressed individuals. Similarities and differences between the three religions are considered.
Recommended Citation
Wengorovious, Rhyan, "The Abrahamics on Depression" (2017). Honors Theses. 2925.
https://scholarworks.wmich.edu/honors_theses/2925
Access Setting
Honors Thesis-Restricted