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Psychology of paranormal belief : a researcher's handbook

By Irwin , H. J.

Book information

Publisher
University Of Hertfordshire Press
Year
2009
ISBN
9781902806938, 190280693X, 9781905313846, 1905313845
Language
english
Format
PDF
Filesize
6 MB (6126801 bytes)
Pages
213\224
Time added
2015-05-10 06:37:44
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Description

With a thorough and systematic review of investigations into the bases of belief in paranormal phenomena, this discussion explores the four main theoretical approaches relating to the nature of such beliefs. Objective and well-researched, this account addresses different points of view on the topic—while some commentators depict paranormal believers as foolish, others propose that paranormal beliefs must be understood as necessities that serve certain psychodynamic needs. The foundations and shortcomings of each approach are also documented, and a new comprehensive theory attempts to explain the development of scientifically unsubstantiated beliefs.  Read more...

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