Research Projects
Thriving
Research Project
Evolutionary Psychology and Christian Views on Human Thriving
Thrive faculty and students engage scholars on evolutionary psychology, spirituality, and thriving.
Research Project
The Science of Intellectual Humility
Thrive scholars measure 3 dimensions of intellectual humility for human thriving.
Youth
Research Project
Relational Capacity and Ministry Performance
How does the number of personal relationships affect youth workers and ministries? Justin Barrett investigated.
Spirituality
Research Project
Is Religion Natural? The Chinese Challenge
Justin Barrett leads scholars in exploring cognitive mechanisms that inspire religious thought and action.
Gratitude
Research Project
Goal Sanctification & Prayer on Virtues
Sarah Schnitker and student researchers study the impact of goal sanctification on gratitude, generosity, and thrift.
Youth
Research Project
Thriving Conversations in Clinical Practice
This pilot program by James Furrow promotes initiative and self-confidence in at-risk youth.
Spirituality
Research Project
Spiritual Strivings, Goal Satisfaction, Virtue, and Well-Being
Does goal satisfaction increase goal achievement? Sarah Schnitker examines personality dynamics.
Youth
Research Project
Spiritual Transformation and Virtue Development in Adolescents in Young Life
Research by Sarah Schnitker and Justin Barrett indicates when and why camp experiences bring spiritual transformation.
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