PSYC 2400 Psychology of Religion and Spirituality
Religion and spirituality can be powerful sources of personal struggle, resilience, prejudice, and compassion. In the United States, more people are identifying as spiritual rather than religious, raising questions about what drives these beliefs and practices. We’ll examine relevant psychological research from multiple perspectives (e.g., social, cultural, biological, psychological, developmental) to better understand why individuals and groups differ in religious and spiritual behavior. By exploring cases, sites, and personal encounters with the Sacred, students gain insight into the rich varieties of religious and spiritual experience within the United States and across the world.
Offered
Fall, Spring