Philosophical Perspectives on the Meaning of Life and Their Effect on Mental Health in Europe

Purpose: The aim of the study was to assess the philosophical perspectives on the meaning of life and their effect on mental health in Eastern Europe. Materials and Methods: This study adopted a desk methodology. A desk study research design is commonly known as secondary data collection. This is ba...

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Autore principale: Sinani, Hellen (Autore)
Tipo di documento: Elettronico Articolo
Lingua:Inglese
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Pubblicazione: 2024
In: European journal of philosophy, culture and religion
Anno: 2024, Volume: 8, Fascicolo: 2, Pagine: 15-25
Altre parole chiave:B Philosophical Perspectives
B Mental Health
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