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Religiousness and preoperative anxiety: a correlational study
Masoomeh Aghamohammadi Kalkhoran1, Mansoureh Karimollahi
1Faculty member of Ardabil Medical Sciences University, Ardabil, Iran. agamohammadi_1350@yahoo.com
Annals of General Psychiatry
|July 3, 2007
Summary
High religiosity was common among surgical patients, with moderate anxiety levels observed. While an inverse relationship between religiosity and anxiety intensity was noted, it was not statistically significant, suggesting potential benefits for spiritual interventions.
Area of Science:
- Medical Sociology
- Psychological Medicine
- Health Psychology
Background:
- Surgery represents a significant life change, often inducing anxiety that can negatively impact recovery.
- Emotional responses to surgical procedures influence disease progression and patient healing.
- Understanding factors influencing preoperative anxiety is crucial for patient care.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the correlation between religious beliefs and preoperative anxiety levels.
- To explore the role of religiosity in mitigating anxiety among surgical patients.
Main Methods:
- A correlational survey study was conducted on patients undergoing abdominal, orthopaedic, and gynaecological surgery.
- Data were collected using the Spielberger State-Trait Anxiety Inventory (STAI) and a custom questionnaire on religious beliefs and demographics.
- Statistical analysis was performed using SPSS software, employing descriptive and inferential statistics.
Main Results:
- The majority of participants exhibited high levels of religiosity.
- A moderate level of anxiety was prevalent among the study population.
- An inverse relationship was observed between religiosity and anxiety intensity, although it did not reach statistical significance.
Conclusions:
- Findings suggest that religious beliefs may play a role in modulating anxiety in surgical patients.
- The study supports the integration of religious counseling and spiritual interventions for stress management in healthcare settings.
- Recommendations are provided for practical application of results and future research directions.
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