Belonging, Togetherness and Food Rituals - Open Journal of Depression

OJD > Vol.9 No.4, November 2020

Belonging, Togetherness and Food Rituals ()

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DOI: 10.4236/ojd.2020.94007 831 Downloads 4,943 Views Citations

Author(s)

Ami Rokach

Affiliation(s)

York University, Toronto, Canada.

ABSTRACT

In this article I highlighted the importance of belonging, togetherness, and interpersonal support, and examined eating rituals, in various cultures and religions, that emphasize that food is not just for the body, but can nurture the soul and bond people.

KEYWORDS

Loneliness, Belonging, Social Support, Food, Rituals, Religion, Culture

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Rokach, A. (2020) Belonging, Togetherness and Food Rituals. Open Journal of Depression, 9, 77-85. doi: 10.4236/ojd.2020.94007.

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