Abstract:

The family, which is an indispensable constituent of society, has always maintained its importance for religions. Although the existence of a close relationship between religion and family has been known, the scientific world has recently started showing interest in this area, which it had neglected. Our study aims- to provide a general overview of - the establishment rationale, duties and activities of the Family and Religious Guidance Bureaus (ADRB), which are responsible for providing Spiritual Counseling and Guidance Services to families in Türkiye. It also focuses on the training and professional qualifications of the experts working at ADRB, the areas in which they face challenges, as well as the demands and expectations of -individuals receiving support. It is -believed that the study will contribute not only to creating a resource for future research on ADRB but also to identifying its current problems and needs, making necessary improvements and increasing the effectiveness of the provided religious-spiritual counseling services.

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