The Psychology of Prayer

A Scientific Approach

Nonfiction, Religion & Spirituality, Reference, Psychology of Religion, Health & Well Being, Psychology, Counselling, Social Psychology
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Author: Bernard Spilka, PhD, Kevin L. Ladd, PhD ISBN: 9781462507146
Publisher: Guilford Publications Publication: August 24, 2012
Imprint: The Guilford Press Language: English
Author: Bernard Spilka, PhD, Kevin L. Ladd, PhD
ISBN: 9781462507146
Publisher: Guilford Publications
Publication: August 24, 2012
Imprint: The Guilford Press
Language: English

Reviewing the growing body of scientific research on prayer, this book describes what is known about the behavioral, cognitive, emotional, developmental, and health aspects of this important religious activity. The highly regarded authors provide a balanced perspective on what prayer means to the individual, how and when it is practiced, and the impact it has in people's lives. Clinically relevant topics include connections among prayer, coping, and adjustment, as well as controversial questions of whether prayer (for oneself or another) can be beneficial to health. The strengths and limitations of available empirical studies are critically evaluated, and promising future research directions are identified.

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Reviewing the growing body of scientific research on prayer, this book describes what is known about the behavioral, cognitive, emotional, developmental, and health aspects of this important religious activity. The highly regarded authors provide a balanced perspective on what prayer means to the individual, how and when it is practiced, and the impact it has in people's lives. Clinically relevant topics include connections among prayer, coping, and adjustment, as well as controversial questions of whether prayer (for oneself or another) can be beneficial to health. The strengths and limitations of available empirical studies are critically evaluated, and promising future research directions are identified.

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