Sikh Perspectives on Healing: Integrating Neuroscience and Mindfulness in Creating a Psychoeducational Tool to Aid in Recovery from Substance Use Disorder
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Authors
Brar, Amendeep
Issue Date
2025-05-01
Type
Capstone
Language
en
Keywords
psychoeducation , Sikhism , Punjabi Sikh , mindfulness , spirituality , neuroscience , religion , substance use disorder , addictions
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Abstract
Substance use disorder (SUD) and addictions are a common concern in the Punjabi Sikh community residing in North America. There is very limited research conducted on this population in relation to addictions. This leads to challenges on how to support the Punjabi Sikh community. The Punjabi Sikh community is known to be very spiritual and hold a strong belief in their faith and adhere to the teachings of the Guru Granth Sahib (GGS). The purpose of this literature review is to examine the efficacy of psychoeducation, neuroscience, spirituality/religion and various forms of mindfulness in recovery from substance use disorder and then study the Sikh religion's practices and principles. The goal is to highlight the commonalities between existing Western research in addictions recovery and the principles and practices of the Sikh religion that align with the research. The areas of psychoeducation, neuroscience, spirituality/religion, various forms of mindfulness and Sikh practices and principles were researched through a literature review. The field of neuroscience has provided substantial insight into recovery through the process of neuroplasticity. The various forms of mindfulness, praying, chanting, breathwork, music therapy and meditation have a positive impact on recovery from addictions. The Sikh religion encompasses all aspects of these mindfulness techniques along with guidance on how to overcome addictions As a result of this study, providing psychoeducation to the Sikh community struggling with addictions and those supporting them would be beneficial. A psychoeducational presentation is created to teach through a neuroscience lens how these aspects of the Sikh religion aid in recovery from addictions. Both behavioral and cognitive tools are suggested in the presentation.
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