Fear is an integral part of human life. It can be described as a natural reaction to perceived threats that are beyond one's control.
Excessive fear has been known to impede people from living...
The phenomenon of transitioning from a hostile religious environment to an affirming one has been studied extensively in recent years, but there is still much that can be learned about its...
Theology is the study of God or the divine and how it relates to human life, belief systems, morality, and ethics. Traditionally, theology has been dominated by white male voices that center...
As societies evolve, they develop cultures and myths that shape their belief systems. These myths become so ingrained in individuals that they are often unaware of them. Cultural myths and archetypes...
The struggle to reconcile religious doctrine with one's own LGBTQ identity can be daunting for many people who identify as such. Often times, individuals may find themselves feeling conflicted about...
How does repeated exposure to negative religious messaging shape affect regulation, belief systems, and worldview?
The effects of repeated exposure to negative religious messaging can vary...
The purpose of this paper is to explore how the concept of divine omniscience relates to human identity and how it may be affected by the increasing fluidity and unpredictability of that identity. In...
Academics have explored how a person's belief system can impact their identity formation through religion-based values and norms that are passed down from one generation to another. This article will...
Guilt and shame are powerful emotions that can affect individuals both spiritually and psychologically. These feelings can be triggered by a range of experiences and circumstances, such as violating...
Religious belief systems have been integral to many cultures since ancient times.
They can also have negative effects on an individual's ability to reason about morality, form their identity, and...