Anybody with a good knowledge of psychology and the power of religion..?

People have different reasons for absorbing themselves into religion(s). Some feel they have no where else to turn, some get found by those who are saving or "recruiting" the vulnerable. Some find the idea of immortality and reward that is not obtainable in this life but promising in the next reason enough. Many get taken in by the social camaraderie of having others with the same interest. Religion could have a sociological positive effect just like a placebo. I have seen people helped and hurt by religion. Like anything else in life use and not abuse is the tipping point. If you believe in ghost it is not a bad thing. If you become abscessed with them it could prove unhealthy or dangerous.