004. Interpersonal Neurotheology: The Research and Application of Faith, Neurobiology, and Personal Renewal

004. Interpersonal Neurotheology: The Research and Application of Faith, Neurobiology, and Personal Renewal

Categories: RENEW ALASKA CRUISE

 Approved for 1.5 CEs for Psychologists, Licensed Professionals Counselors, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Workers, and Chemical Dependency Counselors 

Approved for 1.5 CMEs for Medical Doctors, Osteopathic Physicians, and Physicians Assistants 

Approved for 1.5 CEUs for Nurses and Nurse Practitioners 

Approved for 1.5 IBCC CEs for Pastors, Pastoral Counselors, Teachers, and Coaches 

Level: Intermediate 

Presenter: 

Ron Hawkins, D.Min., Ed.D.  

Shannae Anderson, Ph.D. 

Summary:  

In this busy and chaotic world, individuals are in need of personal renewal. Faith-based clinicians and clients can renew their minds and achieve both spiritual and brain growth through the new field of interpersonal neurotheology. This workshop will explore the basis and principles of interpersonal neurotheology and how engaging in spiritual activities can change the structure and function of the brain. A review of the scientific research on various spiritual behaviors and the transforming effect on the mind will be presented, including brain scan studies. In addition, specific practical applications for clinicians and clients to utilize to create personal renewal will be introduced. 

Learning Objectives  

Participants will:  

  1. Identify the major elements of interpersonal neurotheology  
  1. Evaluate the research on faith and neurobiology  
  1. Discuss practical applications and spiritual activities in interpersonal neurotheology that lead to personal renewal and brain health.