Sudeck's syndrome is a painful, long-term condition that impacts many lives. It's not just a physical struggle; it also takes a toll on mental health. This study took a unique approach by exploring how faith and emotions interact in people dealing with this syndrome. The study focused on how people's beliefs and emotions change before and after they get Sudeck's syn...
Religion and spirituality are a big part of many people's lives. Some studies suggest that going to church or being spiritual might help people live longer. But, these studies often miss out on the complicated ways that religion and spirituality affect our lives. They also don't fully explain how these things might affect our health. People have wondered if religion...
In the Southeastern part of the United States, breast cancer is a tough battle, especially for women from low-income backgrounds. Researchers wanted to see if having a strong social network and being religious or spiritual could make a difference in survival rates. They focused on Black and White women, who were mostly from low-income families. The idea was to see i...
Have you ever wondered how people find meaning in challenging times? For many Black Americans, religion and spirituality play a huge role in shaping their lives, especially for those facing opioid misuse. This isn't just about faith; it's about believing in what you can control and what you can't. In Kentucky, researchers sat down with 39 Black adults in urban areas...
Religiosity, which encompasses various practices like observance, personal beliefs, meditation, and community engagement, has been linked to better health and even shorter lifespans. But what's the science behind all this? Researchers are particularly interested in telomeres, tiny bits on the end of your DNA that are connected to how long you live. This review takes ...
Cervical cancer is a major health issue that hits women hard, particularly in countries like Morocco with lower incomes. This illness affects women in many ways, altering their lives completely and affecting their overall happiness and well-being. The goal of a recent study is to explore how this disease influences the quality of life and the role of religion in the ...
Let's zoom in on Finland and see how people's religious beliefs affect their views on science and healthcare, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. Research shows that those who consider themselves more religious tend to have less positive views on science, tech, and medicine compared to non-religious folks. This was found by looking at data from four Finnish surv...
Imagine you're a patient in Brazil, and you want to talk about spirituality or religion with your healthcare provider. Who would you expect to be most open to this conversation? A recent study set out to find the answer. They surveyed over a thousand Brazilian nurses, doctors, and psychologists about how often they bring up spirituality and religion (S/R) with patien...
The Rosary, a Catholic prayer practice dating back centuries, has been a subject of recent study in Germany. Researchers sought to understand the characteristics and prayer habits of those who use the Rosary, as well as the relationship between their religion/spirituality (R/S) and overall well-being. Conducted online between June and September 2022, the study survey...
Religions can shape how people perceive and connect with their bodies. Researchers looked into how various aspects of religiosity influence interoceptive sensibility (IS), which is our ability to notice and understand bodily signals. They examined Christians, Muslims, and Hindus. Study 1 showed that religious identity influences the relationship between the importanc...