Topic: And the Winner Is...
From the start of this course, we have emphasized the importance of research in shaping our understanding of human behavior and mental process. Several major studies and social psychology concepts were discussed throughout this chapter. If a local church asked you to present 3 research studies or concepts from this chapter as part of a "Psychology and Christian Life Seminar," which 3 would you pick and why? Come up with your top 3 and discuss why you selected them. Also, highlight how each one might be of value to Christians and/or the church. For your thread, discuss the following:
- Identify your top 3 studies.
- Discuss why you think they are most important, highlighting the key findings and merit of the study (i.e., what did it add to our understanding of human behavior/mental process that is of value in today's society?). Cite the textbook.
- Discuss how each study is consistent/inconsistent with a biblical worldview, as well as how it might be of value to Christians in the real world.
Replies: After reading 2 of your classmates' threads, reply to each, discussing which 1 of their top 3 you think is most important. Be sure that you extend the discussion beyond their initial points and elaborate on the utility in terms of psychological concepts and biblical worldview. In addition, make an argument for a study that is missing from their initial list. Make sure you select studies that were not included in your own initial list. Include textbook and scripture citations to support your claims.