PSYC 535 - Psychological Study of Religion

Institution:

University of Southern California

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Description:

Surveys research areas, methods, and issues in the study of religion and spirituality from a psychological perspective. Emphasizes understanding of religious phenomena relative to the scientific study of human behavior and psychological functioning. Examines the philosophical foundations of research in psychology, sociology, and anthropology in order to provide an eclectic approach to research in this area. Topics include ethnographic approaches to religious experience, conversion, religiosity, faith and moral development, worship, rituals, and cross-cultural manifestations of religion.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.usc.edu/

Phone Number:

(213) 740-2311

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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