From a materialist perspective, the most fundamental [[paradigm]] in psychology is the assumption that the human mind is a manifestation of the [[brain]]. This idea is in opposition to the traditional (religious) belief in the [[soul]] and hence psychology is rejected by many religions and cults, including some [[evangelical Christian]] denominations and also [[Scientology]]. | From a materialist perspective, the most fundamental [[paradigm]] in psychology is the assumption that the human mind is a manifestation of the [[brain]]. This idea is in opposition to the traditional (religious) belief in the [[soul]] and hence psychology is rejected by many religions and cults, including some [[evangelical Christian]] denominations and also [[Scientology]]. |