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"Turn It over to God": Faith Enhances Mental Health of Rural Appalachian Older Adults
Karina E Strange1, Sandra J Mixer2, Pam Embler1
1University of Tennessee, College of Nursing, Knoxville, Tennessee, USA.
Abstract:
In Appalachia, rates of depression and suicidality are higher than national averages. Additional disparities of age, geographic isolation, economic distress, and mental healthcare provider shortages contribute to mental health challenges among rural Appalachian older adults (RAOAs). Based on ethnonursing research in East Tennessee, this article expands on findings about how RAOA faith beliefs and practices enhance mental health. Faith was found to decrease worry, improve coping, facilitate a sense of peace, and deepen thankfulness and joy. Implications for nursing practice and education indicate the importance of providing spiritual care to promote mental health and well-being for this vulnerable population.
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