What do psychologists know about working with the clergy? An analysis of eight APA journals: 1991-1994

Author(s): Samford, J. A., Kline, A. E., Lucas, L. A., Larson, D. B., Koenig, H. G.

Journal/Book: Prof Psychol Res Pract. 1997; 28: 750 First St NE, Washington, DC 20002-4242. Amer Psychological Assoc. 471-474.

Abstract: To better understand the role of clergy in relation to the practice of psychology, a systematic review of research on clergy in 8 major American Psychological Association journals was conducted. From 1991 to 1994, 4 of 2,468 (0.02%) quantitative studies considered clergy in their data. This examination of the literature suggests that psychology lacks an original empirical literature that can enable a scientific evaluation of the beneficial or harmful effects of clergy involvement in mental health care. Professional psychology should give greater consideration of and collaboration with clergy.

Note: Article VS-Card Weaver AJ, Hawaii State Hosp, 45-710 Keaahala Rd, Kaneohe,HI 96744 USA

Keyword(s): MENTAL-HEALTH PROFESSIONALS; NATIONAL SURVEY; COLLABORATION; SPIRITUALITY; RELIGION; CLIENTS; AMERICA; ISSUES

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