Faith without Answers
The Use of Religion among Cold Case Homicide Survivors
Bibliographic Data
| ID | 13628854 |
|---|---|
| Authors | Ashley Wellman (0000-0002-3697-0661, University of Central Missouri, corresponding author), Ashley R P Wellman (University of Central Missouri) |
| Year | 2014 |
| Volume | 69 |
| Issue | 1 |
| Pages | 19-39 |
| Publication date | 2014-07-31 |
| Peer Reviewed | Yes |
| Open Access | Yes |
| Type | ARTICLE |
| Venue | OMEGA - Journal of Death and Dying (JOURNAL) |
| Journal identifiers | ISSN: 0030-2228 • E-ISSN: 1541-3764 |
| Publisher | SAGE Publishing (PUBLISHER • US) |
| DOI | 10.2190/om.69.1.b |
| PMID | 25084707 |
| OpenAlex | W1992808386 |
| Language | EN |
| Citations received | 9 |
| References cited | 39 |
Through data gathered from interviews with cold case homicide survivors, this article reveals the important role of religion and faith in the aftermath of an unsolved murder. Using qualitative methodology, the author highlights the lived experiences and personal journeys of cold case homicide surviving family members, who are often a forgotten and an overlooked segment of victims. Qualitative data suggests that these cold case homicide survivors found religion to be critical in the aftermath of their loved one's murder. Specifically, survivors indicated their faith was fundamental in coping with the homicide and provided hope for anticipating a resolution in their cases. From these intimate, personal survivor accounts, scholars and practitioners can begin to develop future research and programs that are specifically designed to highlight the role of religion in moving forward after an unsolved murder
Coping (psychology · Criminology · Faith · Homicide · Medical emergency · Poison control · Psychiatry · Qualitative research · Social science · Sociology · Suicide prevention · Theology · Grief, Bereavement, and Mental Health · Homicide, Infanticide, and Child Abuse · Medicine · Philosophy · Psychology · Religion, Spirituality, and Psychology
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Religion
| Unique citing works | 9 |
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| Citations per year | 0,9 |
| Citation span | 2016 - 2026 (11) |
| Citation velocity | current |
| Highly cited | No |
| Citation types | Neutral: 9 |