Yoga is said to be an exercise of the body, mind and soul. Psychologist Dr. Amber Abernathy is currently researching how meditation can raise conscientiousness – and how it can lead to improved health.
Missouri State University religious studies professor Dr. Stephen Berkwitz and associate professor Dr. John Schmalzbauer are the figureheads behind the development of a new curriculum offering courses on religion and health to undergraduates at Missouri State University.