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Abdul-Latif Hamdan1, Gebran Khneisser2, Alex Dowli3
1Department of Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, American University of Beirut Medical Center, P.O. Box: 110236, Beirut, Lebanon. ah77@aub.edu.lb.
Journal of Religion and Health
|November 28, 2015
Summary
This study found no link between religiosity and voice problems or vocal behaviors. Researchers investigated how religious beliefs relate to vocal health and found no significant associations in participants.
Area of Science:
- Speech and Hearing Sciences
- Psychology of Religion
- Vocal Health Research
Background:
- Vocal behaviors and laryngeal manipulation can lead to dysphonia.
- Religiosity is a significant aspect of many individuals' lives, potentially influencing health behaviors.
- Understanding factors associated with vocal health is crucial for prevention and treatment.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the potential relationship between religiosity and phonatory behavior.
- To determine if religious beliefs correlate with the prevalence of vocal disturbances or laryngeal manipulation.
- To assess the association between religiosity and voice-related quality of life.
Main Methods:
- A survey was administered to 186 participants.
- The survey included sections on demographics, religiosity, dysphonia history, phonatory behavior, laryngeal manipulation, and the Voice Handicap Index (VHI-10).
- Statistical analyses were performed to identify associations between religiosity and vocal parameters.
Main Results:
- No significant association was found between the prevalence of phonatory symptoms and any religiosity questions.
- No significant association was observed between phonatory behavior, history of laryngeal manipulation, and religiosity.
- The Voice Handicap Index scores showed no significant association with any of the religiosity measures.
Conclusions:
- Religiosity does not appear to be associated with the prevalence of phonatory disturbances.
- There is no evidence to suggest a link between religious beliefs and phonotraumatic vocal behaviors or laryngeal manipulation history.
- Further research may explore other psychosocial factors influencing vocal health.
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