Neo-Shamanism and Mental Health (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9783030319106)

This book explores the contemporary practice of Neo-shamanism and its relationship to mental health. Chapters cover the practice of Neo-shamanism, how it differs from traditional shamanism, the technology of the shamanic journey, the lifeworlds of some of its practitioners, as well as its benefits and pitfalls. The author's analysis draws on an in-depth study of existing literature, original qualitative-phenomenological research into the lifeworlds of practitioners, and nearly three decades of observation and experience as a student, teacher and practitioner of Neo-shamanism. She discusses the potential role of Neo-shamanic journey technology as an approach for psychology-based studies of consciousness and anomalous phenomena; its value as a tool for self-exploration as part of a supervised curriculum; as well as the possible therapeutic applications of the journey and shamanic healing protocols for use by mental health professionals.
This bookis a rich and timely resource for students and teachers of psychology, anthropology and sociology, psychotherapists, and anyone who is interested in consciousness and parapsychology.

Author: Karel James Bouse
ISBN-10: 3030319105
ISBN-13: 9783030319106
Publisher: Palgrave Pivot
Language: English
Published: 11/21/2019
Pages: 163
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.81lbs
Size: 8.27h x 5.83w x 0.44d