Andrew Newberg

Professor and Director of Research Marcus Institute of Integrative Health | Thomas Jefferson University and Hospital

Books

See Andrew’s recommendations for other books on the science of spiritual experiences

Journal Articles

How God Changes Your Brain: An Introduction to Jewish Neurotheology (PDF)

— CCAR Journal: The Reform Jewish Quarterly
The Language of Ineffability: Linguistic Analysis of Mystical Experiences (PDF)

— Psychology of Religion and Spirituality
The Neurotheology Link (PDF) An Intersection Between Spirituality and Health

— Alternative and Complementary Therapies

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Popular Press

Is There a Difference Between the Brain of an Atheist and the Brain of a Religious Person?

— Scientific American
Religious Experiences Shrink Part of the Brain

— Scientific American
Why Your Brain Needs God

— On Faith, The Washington Post

In the News

Your Brain on Religion (video)

— The Agenda with Steve Paikin, TVO
What Happens to the Brain During Spiritual Experiences?

— The Atlantic
Channeling Spirits' Shuts Down Parts Of Brain

— Discovery News

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MULTIMEDIA

Andrew talks about the powerful connection between neuroscience and religious experiences on The Mel Robbins Podcast.

Andrew joined the Armchair Expert with Dax Shepard to discuss a range of topics related to the brain and religion.

Brains scans taken by Andrew are on display at The Franklin Institute