Tuesday, January 18, 2005

Psychology and Blue States

I am not sure what this analysis suggests about liberals. One theory may be in this...

Are there a higher percentage of people with mental health problems in blue states than red states? The listed red states have much higher regular church attendance ratios, by and large, than the listed blue states. Could religious affiliation be a factor in preserving mental health?

Our pastor gave a sermon this past Sunday asking "What are you looking for?" It was based off the ministry of Jesus as expressed in John 1:29-42. We know that a significant majority of people who characterize themselves as liberals seldom go to church or are unchurched. Psychologists could be filling a void. Do you have a hunch what they may be looking for?