Hungary | Eszterházy Károly Catholic University (EKKE) recently hosted its second annual scientific and methodological conference, titled “Psychology of Religion and Mental Health.” Held on June 5, 2026, at the university’s historic Líceum building in Eger, the conference gathered prominent researchers, educators, and students to analyze the deeply rooted connections between spirituality, faith, and overall psychological well-being.The collaborative event was co-organized by the EKKE Faculty of Economics and Social Sciences, the Institute of Social Sciences, the Department of Sociology, the Mental Health and Spirituality Research Group, and the Psychology of Religion Section of the Hungarian Psychological Society.Redefining the Scope of CareDr. Péter Sárkány, Director of the EKKE Institute of Social Sciences and supervisor of the Mental Health, Community, and Relationship Building Master’s program, officially opened the session by stressing that religion and spirituality act as crucial coping mechanisms and psychological buffers.”Not all human suffering requires clinical or psychiatric medical intervention,” Dr. Sárkány noted, highlighting the essential role that community care and non-medical mental health professionals play in relieving societal emotional distress.A Platform for Practical IntegrationThroughout the day, a balanced mix of formal academic presentations and experiential workshops allowed established faculty and young researchers to present current data on how active religious practice impacts mental resiliency. The sessions also served as an intensive professional development platform for attending university students, emphasizing regional networking, knowledge sharing, and contemporary methodology.
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