Description
Book SynopsisExplores the theological and psychological implications of humanity's fascination with technology. Jaco Hamman examines how our virtual relationships with and through tablets and phones, consoles and screens, have become potentially addictive substitutes for real human relationships.
Trade ReviewThis book, written from the heart of the pastoral psychotherapeutic tradition in a fresh, contemporary way, invites an embracing of the importanceof any and all healing work that allows human beings to thrive and to be fully alive. Hamman's book pushes us to accept that this work is probably harder than it has ever been, but also to believe that it is still possible, and may just yet save us. -- C. D. Mayer -- Journal of Religion and Health
Growing Down is an enriching read, inviting reflection about human nature, growth, interpersonal relating, and Christian spirituality. It avoids superficial judgments and polarities; rather, it invites readers to ponder and grapple with the nature of humanness awash in technology, particularly from a Christian perspective. -- Dan Sartor -- Christian Scholar's Review
This volume is a rich meditation on formation, technology, and the embodied connections that human beings need in order to flourish. -- Aaron Klink -- Religious Studies Review
Table of ContentsIntroduction 1. Self Intelligence: Toward a Theology of Being an "I Am" 2. Relational Intelligence: Toward a Theology of "Being With" 3. Transitional Intelligence: Toward a Theology of Illusion 4. Reparative Intelligence: Toward a Theology of Care 5. Playground Intelligence: Toward a Theology of Play 6. Technological Intelligence: Toward a Theology of Discovery and Devices Conclusion
