Sex, God, and the Brain
How Sexual Pleasure Gave Birth to Religion and a Whole Lot More
by Andrew Newberg
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Pub Date Aug 06 2024 | Archive Date Jul 31 2024
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Description
For the modern world, it seems as if sexuality and spirituality have always been at odds. But what if the two are actually deeply connected? And what if science could prove this connection?
From neuroscientist Andrew Newberg, Sex, God, and the Brain argues that our religious and spiritual experiences derive directly from our sexual being. While others have speculated on a connection between religion and sex, Newberg is the first to demonstrate—with groundbreaking brain scan research gained through Orgasmic Meditation studies—that the underlying biological mechanism of religious, spiritual, and sexual experiences are identical.
With research technical enough for academics, but explained simply enough for the everyday reader, Sex, God, and the Brain, will reframe our understanding of the link between spirituality and sexuality.
Advance Praise
“This book is so much fun. Sex, God, and the Brain examines groundbreaking research to turn common perceptions about sexuality and spirituality on its head. A must-read for anyone looking to better understand the profound relationship between sex and religion. Well-researched and deeply insightful.” —Daniel Amen, New York Times bestselling author of Change Your Brain, Change Your Life
"Rigorous science wildly upends conventional thought. Here Dr. Andrew Newberg creates a highly scholarly and evocative new scientific paradigm, that compels reexamination of our foundational human nature... Newberg's innovation is matched by his scientific precision to evoke a compelling inquiry, as he allows research to kick-open a door hitherto sealed by societal norms. Hold on tight! You are in the seat of a fearless, brilliant investigator." —Lisa Miller, PhD, Columbia University professor and bestselling author, The Awakened Brain: The New Science of Spirituality and Our Quest for an Inspired Life
“Groundbreaking work on understanding the fundamental link between sexuality and spirituality, and essential reading for understanding how and why sexuality is so important for our spiritual well-being. Newberg makes complex research readable and fun for everyone and helps show how our brain is the connection between the spiritual and biological self. Respecting both science and the spiritual, this book is an instant classic.” —Sara Gottfried, M.D., New York Times bestselling author of The Hormone Cure
“Newberg’s book deftly interweaves neurobiology, theology, sociology, psychology, philosophy, sexuality, and history to explore the very essence of the human experience. Dichotomously in-depth but digestible, this book is a must-read for anyone wanting to understand how religion and sexuality interplay with the evolution of human society.” —Billicent “Billy” San Juan, PsyD, Author and Educator
“In Sex, God, and the Brain, Dr. Newberg presents a highly-readable and compelling exploration of human identity and experience, grounded in evolutionary context and leading-edge research. I haven't been able to stop thinking about the world-changing and paradigm-shifting potential its thesis presents, and the profound implications it could hold across disciplines.” —Ashley Myhre, Clinical Sexologist, Therapist, and Educator
Available Editions
| EDITION | Paperback |
| ISBN | 9781684428625 |
| PRICE | $16.99 (USD) |
| PAGES | 240 |
