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Gina Andrade Abdala1, Maria Dyrce Dias Meira2, Gabriel Tagliari Rodrigo3
1Health Promotion, Centro Universitário Adventista de Sao Paulo, Estrada de Itapecerica 5859, Jardim IAE, PO Box: 05858-001, São Paulo, SP, Brazil. gina.abdala@unasp.edu.br.
Journal of Religion and Health
|May 16, 2020
Summary
Religion positively impacts lifestyle and health. Adhering to religious practices, particularly those promoting healthy living like Adventism, is linked to improved physical and mental well-being.
Area of Science:
- Health Psychology
- Sociology of Religion
Background:
- Sociodemographic variables and lifestyle choices significantly influence health outcomes.
- The role of religion as a potential moderator in health-related behaviors requires further investigation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze the moderating effect of religion on the relationship between sociodemographic factors, lifestyle, and self-reported physical and mental health.
- To determine if specific religious affiliations are associated with healthier lifestyles and better health.
Main Methods:
- Cross-sectional study with a non-randomized sample of 392 participants.
- Lifestyle was assessed using the Eight Natural Remedies Questionnaire.
- Statistical analysis examined the predictive and moderating roles of religion.
Main Results:
- Religion was identified as a positive predictor linking age, education, and lifestyle to improved physical and mental health.
- Being an Adventist significantly influenced lifestyle (r=0.680, p<0.05), positively impacting physical (r=0.222) and mental health (r=0.220).
Conclusions:
- Religious affiliation, especially those emphasizing healthy lifestyles, is a significant contributing factor to better lifestyle choices.
- Adherence to religious tenets promoting health can lead to enhanced physical and mental well-being.
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