Handbook of the psychology of religion and spirituality From foremost authorities in the field this comprehensive volume synthesizes the breadth of current knowledge on the psychological processes underlying spirituality religious behaviour and religious experience. Presented are cutting edge theories conceptual frameworks methodologies and empirical findings emerging from all psychological sub disciplines. Coverage includes the neural and cognitive bases of religiousness; social personality and developmental issues; religion as a meaning system; and implications for behaviour mental health and clinical practice. Seamlessly edited the handbook provides a definitive portrait of the current state of the science fosters the development of integrative theory and identifies vital directions for future research.