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Prayer-Meditation

This study explores how childhood experiences, personal traits, and social environments influence daily prayer or meditation in adulthood. Using data from 200,000 individuals across 22 countries, we examine 16 childhood predictors and how their effects vary across cultural contexts. The goal is to identify early-life factors that contribute to sustained spiritual practices later in life. Findings will offer valuable insights for supporting personal well-being and spiritual engagement as people age.
Researchers
 Matt Bradshaw
Matt Bradshaw
Baylor University, Sociology
Israel
 Victor Counted
Victor Counted
Regent University, Psychology
 Tim Lomas
Tim Lomas
Harvard University, Psychology
 Byron R. Johnson
Byron R. Johnson
Baylor University, Institute for Studies of Religion/Sociology
 Tyler VanderWeele
Tyler VanderWeele
Harvard University, Epidemiology / Biostatistics
 Jeff Levin
Jeff Levin
Israel
The Question:
How often do you pray or meditate?