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One problem with this article is that there are no subheadings. There should be several headings and subheadings in order to describe this topic in detail. Headings and subheadings will also make this article easier to read and more organized.

Here are a few references that would be useful for expanding this article: Roberts, R. C. (2012). The Idea of a Christian Psychology. Journal Of Psychology & Theology, 40(1), 37-43. Roberts, R. C., & Talbot, M. R. (1997). Limning the psyche: Explorations in Christian psychology. Grand Rapids, MI: W.B. Eerdmans.

Questions for Dr. Council: When searching for references for this article, I saw multiple sources that related religion to psychology. Do you think these sources would be useful even though they do not specifically mention "Christian psychology"? I also saw many articles regarding "Christian counseling". "Christian counseling" already has a separate article in Wikipedia (stub article). Would we be able to incorporate "Christian counseling" as a heading or subheading in our "Christian psychology" article? Or should Christian counseling remain a completely separate article? Kadie.j.eaton (talk) 19:45, 24 February 2016 (UTC)

The Christian Psychology article could be improved by expanding it with more information. There needs to be more history and sources behind the topic.

I found a couple of sources (article and book) that focus on religious and cultural contexts on philosophers that impacted psychology. These sources include major figures in psychology such as Descartes, Kant, Locke, and Leibniz. Byrne, J.M.(1996). Religion and the Enlightenment: From Descartes to Kant. Louisville, Kentucky: Westminster John Knox Press. Popkin, R.H. (1987). The religious background of seventeenth-century philosophy. Journal of the History of Philosophy, 25, 35-50.

One question I have for writing this article is how to define our topic. The "Christian Psychology" article I saw deals more with a type of therapy. We want our focus to be on the history of religion and cultural norms, emphasizing how they influenced the work of contributors to psychology, like Descartes, Darwin, Locke, and Leibniz. Also, how should go about organizing our information? This topic is very expansive. Should we organize our article by people, topics, or by chronological order?

Hannah.Hood (talk) 23:54, 26 February 2016 (UTC)

One problem I see with the Christian Psychology article is that there just seems like there's more to be desired with how minimal its content is.

The sources I found offer insight on what Christian psychology entails also well as viewpoints over the controversy of whether religion and psychology are compatible or not Roberts, R. C., & Talbot, M. R. (1997). Parameters of a Christian Psychology. Limning the psyche: Explorations in Christian psychology. Grand Rapids, MI: W.B. Eerdmans. Watson, P.J. "Whose psychology? Which rationality? Christian psychology within an ideological surround after postmodernism." Journal of Psychology and Christianity 30.4 (2011): 307+. Academic OneFile. Web. 28 Feb. 2016.

Questions for Dr. Council: Because this is an ideology,and many viewpoints exists for and against it. Do you think it'd be necessary to expand on the kind of controversial discussions that circulate around this topic? How do we go about this while still maintaining a neutral sounding tone? Jack (talk) 07:26, 29 February 2016 (UTC)

To-Do List

1. Add appropriate headings/subheadings
2. Add plenty of information to headings/subheadings
3. Re-write introduction

We need to add several headings and subheadings with more information. This is important because the article currently does not have any headings or subheadings. We should also add to the introduction after we add more information to the article so that the introduction summarizes the topic in detail. After reading into the sources, I can be responsible for creating appropriate headings and subheadings. The major headings will be created first and the subheadings will be created after. I'm sure we will add several subheadings after reading our references. After those are created, we can add sufficient information to make the article better. Kadie.j.eaton (talk) 21:38, 20 March 2016 (UTC)

That sounds good! When we start filling in the headings/subheadings with information, I can be responsible for reading into the sources with significant people (such as Descartes, Locke, and Leibniz). I can also look for more references with other significant people in psychology.Hannah.Hood (talk) 22:57, 20 March 2016 (UTC)

I can also check over any major contributors that would pertain to our topic. I guess it goes without saying, but we'll all be proofreading each others edits and write-ins for the article, but, I'll definitely be at the ready if you guys need to be tweak anything or add more information.Jack (talk) 08:15, 21 March 2016 (UTC)

Outline

Headings:
Introduction
History
Significant People

Descartes

Leibniz

Locke

Kant

Modern Influences

Christian Counseling

ViewpointsHannah.Hood (talk) 22:50, 20 March 2016 (UTC)

Once we read into the sources, we will be able to come up with new headings and subheadings. I think these headings are good places to start. Please add more headings or subheadings to the list if you guys think of any. Thanks. Kadie.j.eaton (talk) 21:49, 20 March 2016

I listed a few important people who fall under our topic. Which heading would we put "Christian Counseling" under? I was thinking of making another heading, like "Modern Influences". Feel free to change it up if there is a better way to organize it. We could also put christian counseling in "History" too. We could look into different viewpoints into this topic if we want to add that. I put that toward the end, but we can move that around if we need to.Hannah.Hood (talk) 22:50, 20 March 2016 (UTC)

References

Roberts, R. C. (2012). The Idea of a Christian Psychology. Journal Of Psychology & Theology, 40(1), 37-43.
Roberts, R. C., & Talbot, M. R. (1997). Limning the psyche: Explorations in Christian psychology. Grand Rapids, MI: W.B. Eerdmans.
Byrne, J.M.(1996). Religion and the Enlightenment: From Descartes to Kant. Louisville, Kentucky: Westminster John Knox Press.
Popkin, R.H. (1987). The religious background of seventeenth-century philosophy. Journal of the History of Philosophy, 25, 35-50.
Roberts, R. C., & Talbot, M. R. (1997). Parameters of a Christian Psychology. Limning the psyche: Explorations in Christian psychology. Grand Rapids, MI: W.B. Eerdmans.
Watson, P.J. "Whose psychology? Which rationality? Christian psychology within an ideological surround after postmodernism." Journal of Psychology and Christianity 30.4 (2011): 307+. Academic OneFile. Web. 28 Feb. 2016.
Ripley, J. S. (2012). Integration of Psychology and Christianity: 2022. Journal Of Psychology & Theology, 40(2), 150-154.
Kadie.j.eaton (talk) 22:02, 20 March 2016 (UTC)

Lead Section

Kadie Eaton:
Christian psychology is the integration of past and modern topics of psychology with Christianity. It allows aspects of psychology, such as emotion, to be partially explained by Christian beliefs. The understanding of the human mind is thought of as both psychological and spiritual. Christianity has affected the field of psychology throughout history and has influenced the beliefs and works of famous psychologists. In 17th-century Europe, aspects of psychology were thought to go against Christian teachings. The publication of psychological theories that went against Christian teachings often resulted in punishment. Psychologists and philosophers during this era, such as Rene Descartes, used discretion when publishing their theories. Kadie.j.eaton (talk) 00:53, 30 March 2016 (UTC) Katie, I liked your inclusion of alittle history that could definitely segue into the "History" part of the article perfectly since it serves as like a nice preview of what's to come.Jack (talk) 07:26, 31 March 2016 (UTC)

Hannah Hood
Christian psychology is the study of Christian influences on various areas of psychology. It is a means of explaining how Christian ideologies and practices are incorporated in understanding and treating human thought and behavior. Christianity has not only affected science generally, but psychology as well. It has played a significant role in the development of psychology, as a field, though important figures such as Descartes, Locke, and Leibniz. In modern psychology, Christianity is incorporated into the field through various therapies, such as Christian psychology. The involvement of Christianity in psychology is met with controversy. Hannah.Hood (talk) 14:20, 30 March 2016 (UTC)
Hannah, I really like the way you explained Christian psychology. The reader is able to get the idea of what it is in just a few sentences. I also liked how you mentioned all of the important figures that relate to Christian psychology. I think that we should find a way to incorporate Christian counseling into the introduction also. Kadie.j.eaton (talk) 19:11, 30 March 2016 (UTC)

Christian psychology is an aspect of psychology adhering to the religion of Christianity and its teachings of Jesus Christ to explain the human mind and behavior. Religious and science scholars have often clash over the idea of the two subjects being combined, making Christian Psychology no stranger to controversy. However, a practitioner in christian psychology would not accept all psychological ideas, especially those that contradicted or defied the existence of God and the scriptures of the bible. Instead, psychology is used as an instrument of understanding God, by first understanding who we are.Jack (talk) 07:26, 31 March 2016 (UTC)

Assignment 7: Lead Section

Is this actually Assignment 7? If so, I need to know that others besides Kadie worked on this. J.R. Council (talk) 02:31, 11 April 2016 (UTC)

Yes, this is assignment 7. I mislabeled the title. Thanks. Kadie.j.eaton (talk) 02:36, 11 April 2016 (UTC)

We worked on our lead section as a group, but forgot to sign our names. Thanks. Hannah.Hood (talk) 19:19, 11 April 2016 (UTC)

Christian psychology is a merger of of theology and psychology. It is an aspect of psychology adhering to the religion of Christianity and its teachings of Jesus Christ to explain the human mind and behavior. Christian psychology is a term typically used in reference to Protestant Christian psychotherapists who strive fully embrace both their religious beliefs and their psychological training in their professional practice. However, a practitioner in Christian psychology would not accept all psychological ideas, especially those that contradicted or defied the existence of God and the scriptures of the Bible.

In the United States, American Psychological Association approved courses in Christian psychology are available at undergraduate and graduate levels based on applied science, Christian philosophy and a Christian understanding of psychology. In modern psychological practices, Christianity is incorporated through various therapies. The main choice of practice is Christian Counseling. It allows aspects of psychology, such as emotion, to be partially explained by Christian beliefs. The understanding of the human mind is thought of as both psychological and spiritual. Dr. G.C. Dilsaver is considered "the father of Christian psychology according to the Catholic University of America, but the authors of Psychology and the Church: Critical Questions/Crucial Answers suggest that Norman Vincent Peale pioneered the merger of the two fields. Clyde M. Narramore had a major impact on the field of Christian psychology. He was the founding president of the Rosemead School of Psychology, now affiliated with Biola University, and which has published the Journal of Psychology & Theology since 1973. The Russian Journal Konsultativnaya Psikhologiya i Psikhoterapiya publishes a special issue on Christian Psychology every year.Kadie.j.eaton (talk) 23:19, 7 April 2016 (UTC)Hannah.Hood (talk) 19:19, 11 April 2016 (UTC)
Jack (talk) 23:46, 26 April 2016 (UTC)

Introduction

Christian psychology is a merger of of theology and psychology. It is an aspect of psychology adhering to the religion of Christianity and its teachings of Jesus Christ to explain the human mind and behavior. Christian psychology is a term typically used in reference to Protestant Christian psychotherapists who strive fully embrace both their religious beliefs and their psychological training in their professional practice. However, a practitioner in Christian psychology would not accept all psychological ideas, especially those that contradicted or defied the existence of God and the scriptures of the Bible.

In the United States, American Psychological Association approved courses in Christian psychology are available at undergraduate and graduate levels based on applied science, Christian philosophy and a Christian understanding of psychology. In modern psychological practices, Christianity is incorporated through various therapies. The main choice of practice is Christian counseling. It allows aspects of psychology, such as emotion, to be partially explained by Christian beliefs. The understanding of the human mind is thought of as both psychological and spiritual. G.C. Dilsaver is considered "the father of Christian psychology according to the Catholic University of America, but the authors of Psychology and the Church: Critical Questions/Crucial Answers suggest that Norman Vincent Peale pioneered the merger of the two fields. Clyde M. Narramore had a major impact on the field of Christian psychology. He was the founding president of the Rosemead School of Psychology, now affiliated with Biola University, and which has published the Journal of Psychology & Theology since 1973. The Russian Journal Konsultativnaya Psikhologiya i Psikhoterapiya publishes a special issue on Christian psychology every year.

History

Religious and science scholars have often clashed over the idea of the two subjects being combined, making Christian psychology no stranger to controversy. Christianity has affected the field of psychology throughout history and has influenced the beliefs and works of famous psychologists. in 17th-century Europe, aspects of psychology were thought to go against Christian teachings. For example important figures such as Descartes, Locke, and Leibniz have delayed or altered their ideas to match culturally acceptable beliefs at the time. This is because the publication of psychological theories that went against Christian teachings often resulted in punishment.

The Enlightenment is a time period in which several groundbreaking ideas, including those of science and religion were introduced in Western society. Ideas geared toward the Catholic Church teachings were challenged. One scholar describes the shift in ideas during the Enlightenment as gradual and subtle, rather than sudden. Several philosophers contributed to the introduction of scientific ideas that clashed against religion at the time. One early contributor was a French philosopher, Rene Descartes. He reinforced an Aristotelian concept explaining the human mind that fit teachings of the Church—the idea of a soul. As time progressed, so did the existence and presence of once “radical” ideas. The question on the human ability to fully comprehend the existence of God was introduced by Pascal. Other philosophers, such as John Locke, brought on the concept of deism. Major ideas that influenced psychology and religion at the time were the rejection of “original sin”, acceptance of personal morality without religion, and an emphasis on the individual conscience. However, while this time period brought on many radical ideas that contradicted ideas of the church, that is not to say they were completely rejected. Ideas such as atheism and deism were continued to be perceived as radical schools of thought. Religious teachings still remain influential in modern areas of psychology.

Significant people

Rene Descartes

Rene Descartes, a famous French philosopher, contributed to the field of psychology while also keeping the Catholic church's beliefs in mind. Descartes' beliefs were controversial during the 17th-century because some of his beliefs went against Christian teachings. Contrary to Christian teachings, Descartes believed that animals could be understood as a machine that did not have a soul. Although he did not specifically say that humans did not have a soul, Christians found this statement to be controversial because human beings resembled animals. These beliefs were written in his work titled The World. The World was never published because Descartes feared the Catholic church would punish him for his controversial beliefs.

John Locke

John Locke, was an English philosopher, who took the stance of "reason" being "the last judge and Guide in ever Thing" even in religionous matters. Evidence was not something he concerned himself with, and instead, was a seeker of consistency, meaning, and how humans should respond to the desires and especially, their own faith.

One of his major contributions to psychology, was his theory of mind, in which this becomes the precursor to explaining the idea of identity and the self.

Gottfried Leibniz

Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz, was a Lutheran philosopher, who unlike Locke, believed that there are some religious ideas that stand on their own as being irrefutable and incontrovertible.

With this in mind, most of his philosophical ideas, including the ones that aided to the foundation of psychological concepts, were hoped to be nonintrusive to the Christian based beliefs in Europe and also be used unified the division between the Christian denomination. As a major contribution to psychology, Leibniz made a distinction between conscious and unconscious states that Freud and other successors would further expand upon centuries later.

Modern influences

Christian counseling

Christian counseling is a manner of psychological therapy that emphasizes the importance of person's relationship with God. Christian counseling utilizes the ideas of Christian psychology in order to properly understand and treat patients. Both Christian psychology and Christian counseling help people understand the self psychologically and in the eyes of God. This specific form of counseling incorporates a person's unique religious views to create a more individualized form of treatment.