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"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 EducatorDr. Newberg has published over two hundred articles, essays and book chapters. He is the author or co-author of eight books including the bestselling How God Changes Your Brain (Ballantine, 2009) and Why God Won’t Go Away (Ballantine, 2001). He has presented his work at scientific and religious meetings throughout the world and has appeared on Good Morning America, Nightline, ABC’s World News Tonight, Book TV, National Public Radio, Fresh Air, London Talk Radio, the Discovery Channel, the National Geographic Channel, the BBC, National Public Radio, and the nationally distributed movies, “What the Bleep Do We Know?” and Bill Maher’s movie “Religulous.” His work has been written about in the Los Angeles Times, Time, Newsweek, Discover Magazine, Reader’s Digest, The Washington Post, and The New York Times.