Psychological Analysis of Religious Experience: The Construction of the Intensity of Religious Experience Scale (IRES).
J Relig Health September 9, 2020 Peer reviewed DOI: 10.1007/s10943-020-01084-7 via PubMed Central
Summary
This work describes the construction of the Intensity of Religious Experience Scale (IRES), a tool designed to measure the intensity of religious experiences. The scale was developed through psychological analysis, likely involving item generation and factor analysis, though specific details are not provided in the abstract. The IRES aims to quantify a subjective phenomenon, offering a structured method for research in the psychology of religion.
Study at a glance
| Design | scale development |
|---|---|
| Key finding | The Intensity of Religious Experience Scale (IRES) was constructed as a measure of the intensity of religious experiences. |
Abstract
Psychological Analysis of Religious Experience: The Construction of the Intensity of Religious Experience Scale (IRES).