Pehr Granqvist is a Professor of Psychology at Stockholm University and holder of the Eneroth Professorship. His research bridges attachment theory with diverse domains such as religion, spirituality, psychedelic science, and cultural evolution. He earned his PhD in 2002 from Uppsala University, focusing on attachment and religiosity, and has held academic roles including associate professor and research assistant before joining Stockholm University in 2009. PhD in Psychology, Uppsala University (2002) Professor of Developmental Psychology (2015) Full Professor of Psychology (2024) Granqvist’s research spans four key areas: (1) Attachment and Religion , examining how early caregiving shapes religious cognition; (2) Psychedelic Science , investigating neurohormonal and neurocognitive underpinnings of spiritual experiences; (3) Adolescent and Adult Attachment , using linguistic and relational analyses; and (4) Attachment in Mothers with Intellectual Disabilities , addressing risk factors and developmental outcomes. His work emphasizes empirical rigor, including longitudinal and experimental designs. Recent publications highlight intersections between attachment, spirituality, and cultural trends. Notably, his 2023 book Tryggare kan ingen vara? synthesizes these themes, while 2023’s Where the Spirit Meets the Bone introduces ‘religiospiritual cognition’ as a novel framework. He also explores psychedelic science’s role in understanding attachment-related spirituality. Scientific Awards include the Margaret Gorman Early Career Award (APA Division 36) and the Godin Prize (International Association for the Psychology of Religion). Funding sources encompass the Swedish Research Council, Riksbankens Jubileumsfond, and FAS. Granqvist’s teaching focuses on attachment theory, psychology’s intellectual history, and scientific philosophy. He previously directed Stockholm University’s doctoral program in psychology (2011–2015). Collaborative projects involve institutions like FUB, Stockholm County Council, and Uppsala County Council’s Knowledge Center.










