Handbook of the Psychology of Religion and Spirituality, First Edition

Handbook of the Psychology of Religion and Spirituality, First Edition
ISBN-10
1572309229
ISBN-13
9781572309227
Category
Psychology
Pages
590
Language
English
Published
2005-08-24
Publisher
Guilford Press
Authors
Raymond F. Paloutzian, Crystal L. Park

Description

From foremost authorities in the field, this comprehensive volume synthesizes the breadth of current knowledge on the psychological processes underlying spirituality, religious behavior, and religious experience. Presented are cutting-edge theories, conceptual frameworks, methodologies, and empirical findings emerging from all psychological subdisciplines. Coverage includes the neural and cognitive bases of religiousness; social, personality, and developmental issues; religion as a meaning system; and implications for behavior, mental health, and clinical practice. Seamlessly edited, the Handbook provides a definitive portrait of the current state of the science, fosters the development of integrative theory, and identifies vital directions for future research.

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