A Perspective on the Unique Psychological Function of Soul Belief
Surprisingly little experimental research has explored the psychological function of soul belief given its prevalence. As some have noted (e.g., Rank, 1930/1998), soul belief may have evolved to help individuals cope with existential concerns through promises of literal immortality. The research tha...
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Language: | en |
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The University of Arizona.
2011
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Online Access: | http://hdl.handle.net/10150/202510 |