PSY 333 - Psychology of Religion

Institution:

Hilbert College

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Description:

This course will provide an introduction to the major issues, theories and empirical approaches to the psychology of religion. It will examine the role religion plays as a powerful meaning system that can affect the lives of individuals in terms of their beliefs, motivations, emotions and behaviors, and can influence their interactions on both interpersonal and intergroup levels. Psychological theory will be utilized to understand the role that religion, faith and spirituality play in different areas of human activity such as health and the recovery from physical illness, psychotherapy, sexuality, interpersonal relationships, violence, racial prejudice, personality development, adolescent behavior, aging and mental health. The course content will expose the student to the empirical study of religion and religious experiences. It should also be understood what this course is not. It is not a course about specific religious traditions or doctrines.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.hilbert.edu

Phone Number:

(716) 649-7900

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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