In this section you will examine the theories of Freud and Jung and evaluate their approaches to religion.

If the question leaves it open, you can also mention and discuss any other psychological theories of religion, such as that of Feuerbach.

There are certain theories and terms that are particularly mentioned on the specification:

Freud:

• collective neurosis
• wish-fulfilment
• a reaction against helplessness
• the Oedipus Complex
• repressed guilt

Jung:

• collective unconscious
• the 'God within' 
• The theory of archetypes
• The shadow, the animus, the anima
• The Self and the quest for integration 

AO2 - b) questions ('assess questions') will focus on 3 main areas of discussion...

1. Has God been explained away by psychology?

2. The strengths and weaknesses of psychological views of religion.

3. What is the relationship between religion and mental health?