Why people turn to religion: A motivational analysis

Journal/Book: J Sci Stud Relig. 2000; 39: Brigham Young Univ 875 Swkt, Sociology Dept, Provo, UT 84602, USA. Soc Scientific Study Religion. 47-52.

Abstract: The Reiss Profile of Fundamental Goals and Motivational Sensitivities, a standardized psychological measure that assesses 15 fundamental desires was administered to college students (n = 214) and to mental retardation service providers (n = 344), total N = 558, who rated themselves as ''very,'' somewhat,'' and ''not'' religious. How religious a person rated himself, called religiosity, was associated with high desire scores for honor and family, and with low desire scores for vengeance and independence. The investigation provided evidence that the desire for dependence on God is unrelated to any desire for psychological weakness ( submission to another person or political leader.)

Note: Article Reiss S, Ohio State Univ, Nisonger Ctr, 1581 Dodd Dr, Columbus,OH 43210 USA

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