Susan Jones

Susan Jones is affiliated with the University of Nottingham in the United Kingdom. They have contributed extensively to the social sciences, with a particular focus on sociology and political science, health, religious studies, social psychology, and clinical psychology. Their research intersects several main topics including religion, spirituality, and psychology; religion, society, and development; biblical studies and interpretation; grief, bereavement, and mental health; theological perspectives and practices; religion and society interactions; and psychological well-being and life satisfaction.

Their recent scholarly output includes several papers primarily authored with Leslie J. Francis, reflecting strong collaborative relationships with other frequent co-authors such as Ursula McKenna, Nelson A. Pike, Emma Williams, and Christopher F. J. Ross.

Jones has published in multiple peer-reviewed journals, with notable venues including:

• Rural Theology
• HTS Teologiese Studies / Theological Studies
• Journal of Beliefs and Values
• Mental Health Religion & Culture
• Religions

Recent published papers exemplify a focus on the relationship between cathedrals, religious services, and psychological health and well-being within secular societies. Noteworthy publications include:

• Belonging through Events? Exploring the Demographic Profile, Motivations, and Experiences of Those Attending the Afternoon Carol Services on Christmas Eve at Liverpool Cathedral (2021) in Religions
• Cathedrals as Agents of Psychological Health and Well-Being within Secular Societies: Assessing the Impact of the Holly Bough Service in Liverpool Cathedral (2020) in HTS Teologiese Studies / Theological Studies
• The Science of Cathedral Studies: Exploring Demographic Profile, Motivational Intentions, and Perceived Impact among those Attending the Holly Bough Service in Liverpool Cathedral (2020) in Religions
• The Holly Bough Service at Liverpool Cathedral and Psychological Type Theory: Fresh Expressions or Inherited Church? (2020) in HTS Teologiese Studies / Theological Studies
• The Contribution of Cathedrals to Psychological Health and Well-Being: Assessing the Impact of Cathedral Carol Services (2021) in HTS Teologiese Studies / Theological Studies

Their co-authorship pattern shows a predominant collaboration with Leslie J. Francis, contributing to 15 joint publications. Other regular collaborators include Ursula McKenna with 9 shared works, along with Nelson A. Pike and Emma Williams who have co-authored multiple works as well.

Their research integrates multidisciplinary perspectives exploring how religious events and practices influence psychological well-being and social belonging. This profile indicates an active engagement with themes related to mental health, spirituality, and the social roles of religious institutions in contemporary societies.