Turner Publishing | Available August 6

Sex, God
& the Brain

Dr. Andrew Newberg conducted a groundbreaking study of the impact of Orgasmic Meditation on the brain using PET/fMRI technology.

Official trailer for Sex, God, and the Brain

Sex, God & the Brain

From neuroscientist Dr. Andrew Newberg, Sex, God, and the Brain argues that our religious and spiritual experiences derive directly from our sexual being. While others have speculated on a connection between religion and sex, Newberg is the first to demonstrate—with groundbreaking brain scan research gained through Orgasmic Meditation studies—that the underlying biological mechanism of religious, spiritual, and sexual experiences are identical.

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Dr. Newberg, in a white coat, reading a human sexuality book titled "Sex, God and the Brain."

Praise for Sex,
God & the Brain

This book is so much fun. Sex, God, and the Brain examines groundbreaking research to turn common perceptions about sexuality and spirituality on its head. A must-read for anyone looking to better understand the profound relationship between sex and religion. Well-researched and deeply insightful.

—Dr. Daniel Amen, New York Times bestselling author of Change Your Brain, Change Your Life

Past Interviews

Listen to Dr. Andrew speak about the Sex, God and the Brain book.

Intersection of Sexuality & Spiritual Experience (2:32)

From Isolation to
Connection (2:32)

From Mating Rituals to Religious Practices (2:32)

About Dr. Andrew Newberg

Dr. Andrew Newberg is the director of research at the Marcus Institute of Integrative Health and a physician at Jefferson University Hospital, board-certified in internal and nuclear medicine. His research focuses on the relationship between brain function and various mental states, particularly religious and mystical experiences, and has included brain scans during prayer, meditation as well as studies on aging, dementia, and other neurological disorders. Andrew Newberg conducted a groundbreaking study of the impact of orgasmic meditation on the brain using PET/fMRI technology. He has published over 250 peer-reviewed articles and 14 books, presented his work globally, and appeared on numerous media platforms.

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Doctor reading a book on spirituality and sexuality, titled 'Sex, God, and the Brain'.

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Sex, God & the Brain

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Book cover of 'Sex, God, and the Brain' by Andrew Newberg, highlighting the connection between sexual pleasure, spirituality, and neuroscience.

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Praise for Sex, God & the Brain

Rigorous science wildly upends conventional thought. Here Dr Andrew Newberg creates a highly scholarly and evocative new scientific paradigm, that compels reexamination of our foundational human nature. He asks what might be the paths to awakening human perception of the unitive reality? How do different people arrive to this awareness, and is it really the same awareness? Do these paths intertwine, do they work, and if so, how?

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.

—Dr. Lisa Miller, 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.”
—Dr. Sara Gottfried, 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

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