• Given the importance of satisfying one’s spiritual needs, a person may
express to satisfy these needs through prayer, mediation, mindfulness,
practicing gratitude, helping other people, and showing empathy among
others.
• Spiritual beliefs and practices continue to be an influential factor in the
healthcare-related decision-making practice of Filipinos and play an
important role in help-seeking behavior and coping with illnesses.
• Addressing one’s spiritual needs provides a holistic approach to the mental
health and well-being of an individual. Moreover, in the context of the
Filipino culture, having achieved spiritual well-being plays an integral role
in the overall health and well-being of an individual.
Training Module on the Right to Mental Health for Faith-Based Organizations
allows affected individuals to emotionally move on towards acceptance of
one’s faith.
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