Psychology of Adolescent Satanism : A Guide for Parents, Counselors, Clergy, ...

Psychology of Adolescent Satanism : A Guide for Parents, Counselors, Clergy, and Teachers, Hardcover by Moriarty, Anthony, ISBN 0275943070, ISBN-13 9780275943073, Brand New, Free P&P in the UKThis volume is intended for a wide audience: parents, teachers, clergy, counselors and other mental health personnel, and law enforcers. It is the first study to address the problems of adolescent Satanism from a psychological viewpoint. Moriarty critically evaluates the philosophy of Satanism through a review of The Satanic Bible, and further appraises the causes of Satanism by examining the role of power, ritual and dualistic thinking in young peoples' lives. In addition, Moriarty evaluates how communication patterns and parenting styles impact on a young person's vulnerability to become involved in Santanism. This is also the first book to describe the relationship between Satanism and suicide. Finally, it closes with ten practical suggestions for parents and others that will lead to effective prevention.