Religiosity of Latinas Living in the USA Curbs Depression and Anxiety During the COVID-19 Pandemic

This mixed-methods study was conducted to explore the role of faith in mental health among Latino women (Latinas) during the COVID-19 pandemic. As part of a lifestyle study, surveys were administered to 89 participants during the 1st year of the pandemic. Specifically, a focus group was conducted wi...

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Authors: Joachim-Célestin, Maud (Author) ; Matangi, Nishita (Author) ; Bagcus, Jemima Ruth (Author) ; Montgomery, Susanne B. (Author)
Format: Electronic Article
Language:English
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Published: 2024
In: Journal of religion and health
Year: 2024, Volume: 63, Issue: 4, Pages: 3233-3249
Further subjects:B Latina
B Mental Health
B Religiosity
B Covid-19 Pandemic
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Summary:This mixed-methods study was conducted to explore the role of faith in mental health among Latino women (Latinas) during the COVID-19 pandemic. As part of a lifestyle study, surveys were administered to 89 participants during the 1st year of the pandemic. Specifically, a focus group was conducted with participants (n = 6) directly affected by COVID-19 (i.e., self or family member). The results showed inverse correlations between religiosity and both depression and anxiety, as well as positive correlations among religious practices, religious coping, and religiosity. Given these associations, future interventions should explore the role of faith in supporting individuals during difficult times.
ISSN:1573-6571
Contains:Enthalten in: Journal of religion and health
Persistent identifiers:DOI: 10.1007/s10943-024-02038-z