Psychology, religion, and the family: it's time for a revival.
Despite some occasional efforts to link psychology, religion, and the family, psychological research has largely ignored the topic. Three fundamental psychological questions about the role of religion in the family are raised. The publication of the 4 studies in this issue represents a watershed in this area, and these articles provide a model for future research. However, several pitfalls in this area of research are identified. These pitfalls are primarily due to the complexity of religion and heterogeneity associated with it. Four research directions are then recommended. It is concluded that this area is ripe for a research revival.
Holden
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Department of Psychology, Mezes 330, University of Texas, Austin, Texas 78712, USA. holden@psy.utexas.edu
D000328:Adult; D002648:Child; D005190:Family / Q000523:psychology*; D005544:Forecasting; D006801:Humans; D009014:Morals; D012069:Religion and Psychology; D012106:Research / Q000639:trends; D012945:Social Values