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This neuroradiological scan shows
what an injured right parietal lobe looks
like. Individuals with similar injuries to
this part of the brain will be less focused
on the self, and more likely to be able
to experience spiritual connection with
a higher power/nature, depending
on their faith tradition.
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COLUMBIA, Mo. – Scientists have speculated that the human brain features a “God spot,” one distinct area of the brain responsible for spirituality. Now, University of Missouri researchers have completed research that indicates spirituality is a complex phenomenon, and multiple areas of the brain are responsible for the many aspects of spiritual experiences. Based on a previously published study that indicated spiritual transcendence is associated with decreased right parietal lobe functioning, MU researchers replicated their findings. In addition, the researchers determined that other aspects of spiritual functioning are related to increased activity in the frontal lobe.
University of Missouri News
Article: "
Right parietal lobe-related “selflessness” as the neuropsychological basis of spiritual transcendence"
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