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Religious Involvement, Practical Wisdom, and Self-Rated Health.
Neal Krause1, R David Hayward2
1University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, USA nkrause@umich.edu.
Journal of Aging and Health
|March 13, 2014
Summary
Social connections in religious institutions foster practical wisdom, which is linked to better self-rated health in older adults. This study explores the health benefits of spiritual support and wisdom.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Sociology of Religion
- Health Psychology
Background:
- Social engagement in religious institutions is common among older adults.
- The role of social support and practical wisdom in health outcomes requires further investigation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To examine the association between social life in religious institutions and practical wisdom.
- To investigate the relationship between practical wisdom and self-rated health in middle and late-life individuals.
Main Methods:
- A nationwide sample of 1,154 individuals aged 50 and older participated in interviews.
- A novel measure for assessing practical wisdom was developed and utilized.
Main Results:
- Higher church attendance correlated with increased spiritual support from congregants.
- Greater spiritual support was associated with enhanced practical wisdom.
- Practical wisdom was linked to a stronger sense of hope.
- Hopefulness was positively associated with better self-rated health.
Conclusions:
- Social interactions within religious settings may contribute to the development of practical wisdom.
- Practical wisdom appears to be a significant factor associated with self-rated health in older age groups.
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