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Book: Atheism in Five Minutes

Chapter: 52. How Do Atheists Cope with Mortality?

DOI: 10.1558/equinox.43338

Blurb:

People often assume that atheists are unable to cope with their own mortality without a belief in God or gods, though recent research findings suggest otherwise. This chapter examines some of these findings in greater detail by highlighting recent studies and personal narratives related to coping with mortality as an atheist.

Chapter Contributors

  • Jacob Sawyer (jss708@psu.edu - jsawyer) 'Pennsylvania State University'