APS

2023 APS Annual Convention

Cutting-Edge Approaches to Advancing the Science on Gratitude to God

Friday, May 26, 2023 · Washington, DC

Oral · Personality/Emotion

Gratitude is central to most world religions, yet proliferating research on gratitude rarely considers perspectives from the psychology of religion, and foundational questions. Four presentations highlight this promising intersection between religion and gratitude using diverse empirical methods (experimental, intensive longitudinal, observational) to address key questions and guide future research.

Chairs & Discussants

  • Crystal ParkChair
    University of Connecticut

Presentations

  1. Does Gratitude to God Fluctuate with Positive and Negative Experiences? a Daily Diary StudyCrystal Park, Joshua Wilt
  2. Exploring the Cognitive Context of Gratitude to God: The Importance of Positive Spiritual AppraisalsPhilip Watkins, Don Davis, Michael Frederick, Alexander Dodson
  3. Positive Emotional Traits and Adaptive Relational Styles Predict Divine Gratitude Joshua Wilt, Julie Exline
  4. Gratitude to God’s Functions: A Diary Study of Audio-Recorded PrayersPatty Van Cappellen, Sara Algoe, Amanda Bernal