The book ""The Psychological and Ethical Aspects of Mormon Group Life"" by Ephraim Edward Ericksen is a comprehensive study that delves into the social and psychological dynamics of the Mormon community. The author, who is a professor of psychology and sociology, explores the various aspects of Mormon group life, including the role of the Church in shaping individual identity, the impact of socialization on members, and the ethical considerations that arise within the community.The book is divided into three parts. The ...
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The book ""The Psychological and Ethical Aspects of Mormon Group Life"" by Ephraim Edward Ericksen is a comprehensive study that delves into the social and psychological dynamics of the Mormon community. The author, who is a professor of psychology and sociology, explores the various aspects of Mormon group life, including the role of the Church in shaping individual identity, the impact of socialization on members, and the ethical considerations that arise within the community.The book is divided into three parts. The first part provides an overview of the Mormon Church, its history, and its beliefs. The second part focuses on the psychological aspects of Mormon group life, including the role of the family, the impact of socialization, and the psychological effects of leaving the Church. The third part examines the ethical considerations that arise within the Mormon community, such as the role of women, the treatment of LGBTQ+ individuals, and the Church's stance on social issues.Throughout the book, Ericksen draws on his own experiences as a member of the Mormon community, as well as on extensive research and interviews with other members. He provides a balanced and nuanced view of the complex issues surrounding Mormon group life, highlighting both the positive aspects of the community and the challenges that members face.Overall, ""The Psychological and Ethical Aspects of Mormon Group Life"" is a thought-provoking and insightful exploration of one of the world's most unique and complex religious communities. It will be of interest to anyone seeking to understand the psychological and ethical dimensions of group life, as well as to those interested in the Mormon Church and its members.Supplementary Readings In Mormon History.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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