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Religion and Mental Health: Two Neighbors Who Fell Out
No full textThis article, by Professor Dinesh Bhugra of Kings College London, discusses the relationship between religion and mental health. The article focuses on the positive and negative aspects of the relationship between religion and mental health. The article includes the work conducted by Professor Bhugra, and discussed how mental health and its relationship to religion is relevant during COVID-19 pandemic
Dinesh Bhugra: An icon in psychiatry and mental health advocacy
Full text linkProfessor Dinesh Bhugra, whose illustrious career in psychiatry spans nearly 5 decades, continues to collaborate with healthcare professionals, policymakers, patients, and caregiver groups worldwide, assuming multifaceted roles with unparalleled dedication (Mohammadi, 2017). As a distinguished educator, researcher, writer, and mentor, he bridges diverse disciplines with a profound impact. His academic credentials, earned from globally renowned institutions, stand as a testament to his intellectual eminence. In recognition of his monumental contributions, he was awarded the prestigious Commander of the British Empire (CBE) in Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II New Year Honours in 2012.Professor Bhugra is universally acclaimed as a preeminent psychiatrist and a venerated advocate for social justice and equal rights, particularly in underserved and low-income nations. His global stature is exemplified through his presidency of the Royal College of Psychiatrists (RCPsych) from 2008 to 2011, during which he became the first person of Asian heritage to hold the office. He subsequently was elected as President of the World Psychiatric Association (WPA) from 2014 to 2017 and the British Medical Association (BMA) from 2018 to 2019
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