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Association between religion, mental health and social distancing during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Authors :
Mesaque Martins, Alberto
Silva Soares, Ana Karla
Oliveira de Arruda, Guilherme
João Baptista, Cremildo
Source :
Psico-USF. jan-mar2023, Vol. 28 Issue 1, p79-90. 12p.
Publication Year :
2023

Abstract

This cross-sectional study aimed to analyze the association of religiosity with behaviors and perceptions in the context of social distancing measures during the COVID-19 pandemic, as well as mental health outcomes, in a university community in Central-West Brazil. A sample of 1,796 subjects responded to an online form with socio-demographic questions and the DASS-21 and PWBS scales. Religion was associated with the frequency of interactions, perceptions of the duration of the social distancing measures, changes in emotional state and history of psychological illness. The prevalence of symptoms of depression, anxiety and stress was lower among people with religion and their scores in psychological well-being were higher. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
14138271
Volume :
28
Issue :
1
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Psico-USF
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
164566805
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1590/1413-82712023280107