The psychology of religion : an empirical approach / Bernard Spilk ... [et al.]. - 3rd ed. - New York : Guilford Press, c2003. - xvi, 671 p. ; 26 cm.

Previous edition entered under: Spilks, Bernard.

Includes bibliographical references (p. 545-639) and indexes.

The psychological nature and functions of religion -- Foundations for an empirical psychology of religion -- Religion and biology -- Religion in childhood -- Religious socialization and thought in adolescence and young adulthood -- The form and content of adult religion -- The roles and functions of religion in adult life -- Religion and death -- Religious experience -- Mysticism -- Conversion -- The social psychology of religious organizations -- Religion and morality -- Helping behavior and prejudice -- Religion, coping, and adjustment -- Religion and mental disorder.

1572309016 (alk. paper)

2003011806


Psychology, Religious.
Psychology and religion.

BL53 / .P625 2003