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Integrative Approaches to Psychology and Christianity, Fourth Edition
An Introduction to Worldview Issues, Philosophical Foundations, and Models of Integration
Imprint: Cascade Books
Since the first edition of Integrative Approaches to Psychology and Christianity was published in 2004, this has become the standard textbook on the topic. Now in its fully revised fourth edition, Dr. Entwistle's book elucidates historical, philosophical, and practical issues in the integration of psychology and Christianity. As in previous editions, the current text provides an introduction to many of the worldview issues and philosophical foundations that frame the relationship of psychology and theology, includes scholarly reflection on the integration literature, and surveys six models of possible relationships between psychology and Christianity, ranging from those that are completely opposed to either religion or psychology, to intermediate models that assert that some limited interaction between them is possible, to viewpoints which suggest that a Christian worldview approach can be used to provide a context for exploring areas of overlapping interest between psychology and Christianity.
The current edition considers recent advances in both Catholic and Protestant thinking on integration, including contemporary questions about what evangelicalism is (and is not) that shape evangelical reactions to the integration debate. New content ranges from information about the contrasting views of Tertullian and Augustine, to insights from contemporary psychology about factors that adversely affect the quality and reliability of human thinking, to how conflict over COVID-19 has entered contemporary religious debate.
The book is designed to help readers become aware of the presuppositional backdrops that each of us brings to these issues. Questions at the end of each chapter are included to help readers evaluate both the material and their own burgeoning approach to integration. This book is ideal as a textbook for students of psychology and other behavioral and social sciences (social work, sociology, theology, counseling, pastoral counseling) at both the graduate and undergraduate level. It is also written for the broader readership of psychologists, counselors, pastors, and others who are interested in integration.
David N. Entwistle is Distinguished Professor of Psychology, North Greenville University and Emeritus Professor of Psychology, Malone University. He is a licensed clinical psychologist who has worked in inpatient, residential, and outpatient settings. He is also the author of The Service Learning Book: Getting Ready, Serving Well, and Coming Back Transformed (Pickwick, 2019).
Praise for the third edition:
“A personal travel guide into the beautiful and bewildering landscape of Christian faith and its complex relationship to psychology, with a thoughtful and careful buildup of the worldview and philosophical underpinnings of the various approaches.”
—R. J. Filius, Health Psychologist and Psychotherapist
“Writing in an engaging, personal style, Dr. David Entwistle provides an up-to-date, thoughtful, carefully researched overview of a huge array of scholarly literature relevant to the psychology/Christianity integration. He manages to strike just the right balance, providing a ‘big picture’ perspective on the field while carefully attending to its many nuances.”
—Julie Exline, Professor, Department of Psychological Sciences, Case Western Reserve University
“A thorough, authoritative, and personal text on the integration of psychology and Christianity—written out of a posture of humility. Entwistle captures well the nuances and latest developments in the philosophical, empirical, and embodied dimensions of integration.”
—David C. Wang, Associate Professor of Psychology, Biola University
“Entwistle well represents the multifaceted nature of creation by graciously interweaving history, philosophy, science, and religion. His emphasis on the need for both intellectual caution and courage reinforces the integral role of intellectual humility as we seek to better understand the human condition. This book is a great asset for all who are interested in the integration of psychology and Christianity.”
—Angela Sabates, Associate Professor of Psychology, Bethel University
“Entwistle’s fourth edition is a highly recommended coverage of the topic of integration of psychology and Christianity. It covers the Protestant interpretations especially well and includes important Catholic contributions. This is outstanding scholarship and required reading for all interested in integrating psychology and the faith.”
—Paul C. Vitz, Senior Scholar and Professor, Institute for the Psychological Sciences, Divine Mercy University
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