Love Thy Self? How Belief in a Supportive God Shapes Self-Esteem

Previous research raises the question of self-esteem as a fundamental human need, but also indicates that self-esteem is an inherently social product. Is religious involvement influential—and does it depend on beliefs about God? In this research, we examine the associations between multiple dimensio...

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Authors: Schieman, Scott (Author) ; Bierman, Alex (Author) ; Ellison, Christopher G. 1960- (Author)
Contributors: Upenieks, Laura (Other)
Format: Electronic Article
Language:English
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Published: Springer [2017]
In: Review of religious research
Year: 2017, Volume: 59, Issue: 3, Pages: 293-318
Standardized Subjects / Keyword chains:B USA / God / Support / Self-worth appreciation / Religious commitment
RelBib Classification:AD Sociology of religion; religious policy
AE Psychology of religion
KBQ North America
NBC Doctrine of God
Further subjects:B Attendance
B Self-concept
B Divine support
B Religious Beliefs
B Self-esteem
B Born-again
B Prayer
Online Access: Volltext (Verlag)
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