About Samantha Mattheiss

Samantha R. Mattheiss, PhD, is an Assistant Professor of Psychology at Felician University. She earned a doctorate in Psychology with a concentration in Cognitive Neuroscience from Rutgers University – Newark. She has published both empirical, scientific research as well as interdisciplinary work on the intersection of faith and science. Her research interests were inspired by time spent serving as a Salesian Lay Missionary in Bolivia and living in ecclesial communities in both Philadelphia, PA and Newark, NJ.

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Boost Love this Fall by Reading This Book

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Does modern science support the wisdom of St....

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Experience One Body while seeing fireworks this 4th...

Seeing fireworks is always an outstanding experience. I can recall my childhood... read more

“Drink from it, all of you”: Science supports...

During the Last Supper, Jesus blessed the bread and wine, inviting His... read more

Memorial Day: Why and How Should We Remember?

This Memorial Day, we remember all those who’ve given their lives for... read more

Is love beautiful? Encounter beauty this Valentine’s Day

Have you ever encountered something so beautiful that it left you in... read more

Searching for Meaning this Holiday season? You’re Not...

Have you been busy with shopping and holiday to-do’s, but still find... read more

Is it Really in Giving that You Receive?

You're probably looking forward to a nice, relaxing Thanksgiving, while already starting... read more

Want to boost social connection this Thanksgiving? Try...

This Thanksgiving, you may be looking forward to enjoying some oven-sizzling turkey... read more

Want to feel fulfilled while trick-or-treating this Halloween?...

For many of us, Halloween means a night out, dressed up in... read more

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