2007 Conference

The second Australian Conference on Spirituality and Health provided a unique opportunity to explore important themes arising from current research that investigates the relationship between spirituality, lifestyle, cultural diversity and the workplace.

Speakers presented research establishing the links between spirituality, religion, health and wellbeing. Several important themes were identified throughout the two and half days of presentations. In addition, further opportunity was available for attending pre and post conference workshops.

Themes included:

> Historical Perspectives of Spirituality and Health
> Spirituality of Generation Y
> Why Health Matters to Spirituality
> Disability, Spirituality and Pastoral Care
> Spirituality, HIV and AIDS
> Spirituality and Palliative Care
> Spirituality, Alcohol and Addictive Behaviours
> Ageing and Spirituality
> Coping with Psychological Stress
> Spirituality and the Workplace
> Spirituality and Cultural Diversity
> Perspectives on the Soul

Who Attended:

> Medical and health professionals
> Nurses and allied health practitioners
> Chaplains, clergy and ethicists
> Palliative care specialists
> Psychologists and behavioural scientists
> Health-care administrators and policy makers
> Community service providers
> Researchers and students