When God is your only friend: Religion and the socially disconnected

New research finds that religious people who lack friends and purpose in life turn to God to fill those voids. However, the findings do not suggest that people who are socially disconnected are more likely to become religious if they were not already.

The god of small things

New research suggests people who are religious gain happiness from believing there is a deeper meaning to everyday events.

Steep decline in student belief that God created humans, 32-year Australian study reveals

Australian university students give far more credit than the previous generation to the science of human evolution and far less to creationism or divine guidance, according to a landmark new study. The extent and pace of decline in the Australian students' commitment to religious views about divine creation, especially creationism, is in distinct contrast to the corresponding beliefs among American students and the American public.

Environmental concerns stronger among younger religious Americans

Younger generations of religious Americans tend to closely harbor concerns for the environment via stewardship more so than older parishioners, according to a new study.

Can psychedelic drugs heal?

Many people think of psychedelics as relics from the hippie generation or something taken by ravers and music festival-goers, but they may one day be used to treat disorders ranging from social anxiety to depression, according to new research.

Discuss religion, spirituality when treating young adults with severe mental illness

A majority of young adults with severe mental illness -- bipolar disorder, schizophrenia or major depression -- consider religion and spirituality relevant to their mental health, according to a new study.

Public views of gene editing for babies depend on how it would be used

A new survey finds a majority of Americans support the idea of using gene editing with the goal of delivering direct health benefits for babies. Yet, a majority also considers the use of gene editing to boost a baby's intelligence as something that takes technology 'too far.'