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Approximately 20% of Americans attend religious services at places of worship that do not align with their stated religious affiliation, according to new research published in the Journal for the Scientific Study of Religion. This discrepancy sheds light on the complexities of American religious identity and challenges the traditional understanding of religious affiliation as a straightforward indicator of congregational membership. Traditionally, researchers have sorted individuals into broad religious categories based on their self-reported denominational affiliations. However, this method i...
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The journal Frontiers in Psychology has recently published a study showing a significant link between religiosity and the belief in COVID-19 conspiracy narratives — mediated by a conspiracy mentality. The context of the present study lies in the surge of conspiracy theories during crises — with COVID-19 providing a strong foundation for such beliefs. Prior research has covered the human tendency to cling to conspiracy narratives, suggesting a deep-rooted inclination to find patterns and intentions in world events — and attributing them to the actions of malevolent groups. This present research...
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A trio of studies—one conducted in a recently automated Buddhist temple, another in a Taoist temple, and a third online—revealed that religious followers perceive robot preachers and the institutions employing them as less credible than their human counterparts. This perception stems from the belief that robots lack consciousness, thereby diminishing their credibility as preachers. The research was published in the Journal of Experimental Psychology General. The past decade has seen a great increase in the capabilities of automated and artificial intelligence (AI) systems. This has initiated a...
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Individuals with stronger beliefs in Christian nationalist ideology are significantly more likely to oppose reallocating police funding to social services such as mental health, housing, and other areas, according to new research published in Sociology of Religion. The study underscores the deep ideological divides influencing public opinions on policing and social welfare policies. The motivation behind the study stems from an ongoing debate over the role of policing in America, particularly in the wake of high-profile cases of police violence and the emergence of the Defund the Police moveme...
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A study conducted in Poland discovered that individuals with higher levels of religious commitment also tended to have greater appreciation for their bodies. This suggests that a stronger religious commitment might lead to a more positive outlook and a sense of gratitude, which in turn could foster greater body appreciation. The paper was published in Journal for the Scientific Study of Religion. Over the past decades, a series of studies pointed to religion as an important predictor of health and well-being. While religion can often be a protective factor that reduces the likelihood of engagi...
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Researchers are starting to take a closer look at the relationship between psychedelic use and spiritual well-being. A new study, published in the Journal of Psychoactive Drugs, highlights differences in spiritual well-being between psychedelic users and non-users while also highlighting the need for more inclusive tools to assess spirituality. The study was motivated by a growing recognition of the importance of spiritual well-being in overall quality of life, particularly in palliative care settings. Traditionally, economic and physical health indicators have been the primary focus in assess...
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In a study spanning over a decade, researchers found no evidence to suggest that religious practices, such as praying or attending religious services, have a protective effect against cognitive decline in older adults. Contrary to some expectations, the study indicated a consistent, albeit small, negative association between cognitive abilities and religiosity, remaining stable over time. The findings have been published in the journal Intelligence. Prior studies have generally shown a negative correlation between cognitive abilities and religious beliefs and behaviors. However, there was a gr...
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New research has uncovered a nuanced relationship between religious practices and the health of sexual minority individuals. Contrary to expectations, the study revealed that being part of religious communities, whether or not they are affirming of LGBQ identities, generally correlates with better health for these individuals, although the benefits vary across different religious traditions. Traditionally, religion has been associated with positive health outcomes in the general population. However, this relationship is less clear for sexual minorities, who often navigate complex interactions ...
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The way we move our bodies and the sacred meanings we attach to these movements can significantly affect our emotions, according to new research published in Psychology of Religion and Spirituality. This insight sheds new light on how simple actions, when imbued with sacred meaning, can enhance positive emotions and reduce negative feelings. In various religious and spiritual practices, specific body movements and postures are integral parts. For example, the fluid motions in a Sufi’s whirling or the disciplined postures in a yogi’s practice are believed to be more than mere physical activitie...
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New research has uncovered a significant connection between the belief in Christian nationalism and negative attitudes toward atheists in the United States. Intriguingly, this connection tends to be weaker among Black Americans who live in states with higher levels of Christian nationalism. The findings, published in the Journal for the Scientific Study of Religion, provide insights into the complex relationship between race and ideology in shaping societal attitudes. “Despite being one of the fastest-growing groups in the U.S. religious landscape, atheists are still confronted with more negat...
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