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Xiu M, Yu F, Lu H, Wang P, Qu M. The Relationship Between Religious Beliefs and Related Factors and Psychiatric Symptoms in Adolescents: A Cross-Sectional Secondary Analysis of Data From NIPHEAC, 2020. Psychiatry Investig 2024; 21:710-717. [PMID: 39089696 PMCID: PMC11298264 DOI: 10.30773/pi.2023.0124] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/19/2023] [Revised: 03/25/2024] [Accepted: 04/01/2024] [Indexed: 08/04/2024] Open
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OBJECTIVE This study aimed to explore the psychiatric symptoms and associated risk and protective factors among religious adolescents after 2-month home confinement against coronavirus disease-2019 (COVID-19) in China. METHODS 11,603 Chinese adolescents in grades 7-9 were recruited in this survey. An online survey was designed to collect the data. Participants were measured using the Patient Health Questionnaire-9 and Generalized Anxiety Disorder-7 Scale. RESULTS Religious adolescents showed significantly more severe depressive and anxiety symptoms compared to non-religious. 249 (2.2%) reported COVID-19 exposure. Logistic regression analysis revealed that religiosity was a risk factor for the symptoms of depression (p=0.001) and anxiety (p<0.001). Moreover, among those adolescents with religious beliefs, psychological resilience was protective in preventing depressive and anxiety symptoms. At the same time, emotional abuse, emotional neglect, and a poor parent-child relationship were risk factors. CONCLUSION Our finding indicates that religious adolescents easily develop depressive and anxiety symptoms, compared to non-religious adolescents. Moreover, those with emotional abuse, emotional abuse, and poor parent-child relationships are more likely to suffer from mental distress and should pay more attention to cope with their mental health.
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- Meihong Xiu
- Peking University Huilongguan Clinical Medical School, Beijing Huilongguan Hospital, Beijing, China
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- Qingdao Mental Health Center, Qingdao, China
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- Department of Psychiatry, Longyan Third Hospital of Fujian Province, Fuzhou, China
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- Department of Neurology, Xuan Wu Hospital of Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
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- Department of Neurology, Xuan Wu Hospital of Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
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Li L, Liu X, Wang P, Qu M, Xiu M. Correlations of religious beliefs with anxiety and depression of Chinese adolescents. Front Psychiatry 2024; 15:1354922. [PMID: 38495911 PMCID: PMC10940464 DOI: 10.3389/fpsyt.2024.1354922] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/13/2023] [Accepted: 02/19/2024] [Indexed: 03/19/2024] Open
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Objective This study was designed to investigate the prevalence of religious belief and its relationship with psychiatric symptoms among Chinese adolescents. Methods This study recruited 11,603 adolescents in Grades 7-9 from March 21 to 31, 2020 in five cities in China. The religious beliefs of adolescents were collected by asking whether they held religious beliefs and what type of religious beliefs they held. The Patient Health Questionnaire-9 (PHQ-9) and the Generalized Anxiety Disorder-7 Scale (GAD-7) were used to assess depressive and anxiety symptoms in all adolescents. Demographics, religious beliefs, and mental health status were collected through the professional version of Wenjuanxing. Results Of 11,069 valid questionnaires collected, 847 (7.7%) reported holding religious beliefs. Adolescents with religious beliefs showed significantly more severe symptoms of depression and anxiety compared to those without religious beliefs (both p<0.05). Logistic regression analysis revealed that religious belief was a risk factor for symptoms of depression (OR = 1.37, 95%CI: 1.16-1.61, p < 0.001) and anxiety (OR = 1.49, 95%CI: 1.23-1.79, p < 0.001) after controlling age, gender, and parental marital status. Conclusions Our findings suggest that religiousness in adolescents was associated with a higher likelihood of depression/more intense depressive symptoms. In addition, religious Chinese adolescents should be provided with more resources to help them cope with mental health concerns.
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- Lejun Li
- Department of Neurology, Suzhou TCM Hospital Affiliated to Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Suzhou, China
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- Qingdao Mental Health Center, Qingdao, China
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- Neurology Department, Xuan Wu Hospital of Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
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- Neurology Department, Xuan Wu Hospital of Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
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- Peking University Huilongguan Clinical Medical School, Beijing Huilongguan Hospital, Beijing, China
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da Silva Bandeira BE, Dos Santos Júnior A, Dalgalarrondo P, de Azevedo RCS, Celeri EHVR. Nonsuicidal self-injury in undergraduate students: a cross-sectional study and association with suicidal behavior. Psychiatry Res 2022; 318:114917. [PMID: 36332506 DOI: 10.1016/j.psychres.2022.114917] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/01/2021] [Revised: 10/15/2022] [Accepted: 10/19/2022] [Indexed: 11/07/2022]
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The objective of this study was to investigate nonsuicidal self-injury (NSSI) in graduates and correlate NSSI with sociodemographic profile, suicidal behavior, and prior mental health disorders. The study is part of a larger survey investigating sociodemographic profile, quality of life and mental health in undergraduates from one of Brazil´s largest universities. A bespoke questionnaire was devised about NSSI based on the DSM5 diagnostic criteria. The data were analyzed using the statistical analysis package SPSS. A total of 6.906 university students took part in the study. Regarding NSSI, 17.8% of students reported at least one episode in their lifetime, and 35% reported age at NSSI onset of 14-16 years. Self-injurious behavior was associated with female gender, self-reported black skin color, dissatisfaction with the chosen course, history of bullying and prior mental disorder. There was a ten times greater risk of suicidal behavior among self-injurers and this risk was higher still for recurrent NSSI.
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- Bárbara Evelline da Silva Bandeira
- Post-graduate Program in Child and Adolescent Health, Universidade Estadual de Campinas (UNICAMP), Campinas, São Paulo, Brazil; School of Medicine, Universidade de Brasília (UnB), Brasília, Federal District, Brazil.
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- Post-graduate Program in Child and Adolescent Health, Universidade Estadual de Campinas (UNICAMP), Campinas, São Paulo, Brazil; School of Medical Science, UNICAMP, Campinas, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Post-graduate Program in Child and Adolescent Health, Universidade Estadual de Campinas (UNICAMP), Campinas, São Paulo, Brazil; School of Medical Science, UNICAMP, Campinas, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Post-graduate Program in Child and Adolescent Health, Universidade Estadual de Campinas (UNICAMP), Campinas, São Paulo, Brazil; School of Medical Science, UNICAMP, Campinas, São Paulo, Brazil
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Moore J, Bauer R. Understanding Nonsuicidal Self-Injury. J Christ Nurs 2022; 39:98-103. [PMID: 35255028 DOI: 10.1097/cnj.0000000000000939] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022] Open
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ABSTRACT Nonsuicidal self-injury has existed since biblical times. It is increasing and gaining acceptance particularly among adolescents. Spiritual discontent or doubt is often a component. Therapeutic interventions include cognitive and behavior practices and developing strong, sustained relationships with patients to encourage healthy transformation.
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Litalien M, Atari DO, Obasi I. The Influence of Religiosity and Spirituality on Health in Canada: A Systematic Literature Review. JOURNAL OF RELIGION AND HEALTH 2022; 61:373-414. [PMID: 33409859 DOI: 10.1007/s10943-020-01148-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 11/25/2020] [Indexed: 06/12/2023]
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The association between religion and health has been the subject of growing interest in academia. However, limited reviews of such studies in Canada exist. The paper systematically reviews and synthesizes existing literature on the relationship between spirituality and health in Canada. Available general databases such as: Medline; Web of Science, PubMed, Sociological abstract, Social Service Abstracts, Google scholar, Humanities International Index, JSTOR, CPI.Q Canadian Periodicals, and American Theological Library Association were searched for the period between 2000 and April 2019 inclusive. Collected data were then systematically analysed for common themes about spirituality and health in Canada. In total, 151 articles were found, but only 128 had relevance with the study objectives. Overall, the analysis showed that religion and spirituality do influence health behaviours, and well-being. However, more gender-based studies need to be conducted to tease out the differences in religion/spirituality and health across different genders, and ethnic groups in Canada.
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- Manuel Litalien
- Social Welfare and Social Development, Nipissing University, 100 College Drive, Box 5002, North Bay, ON, P1B 8L7, Canada.
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Koenig HG, Al-Zaben F, VanderWeele TJ. Religion and psychiatry: recent developments in research. BJPSYCH ADVANCES 2020. [DOI: 10.1192/bja.2019.81] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/18/2023]
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SUMMARYThe evidence base on the relationship between religion and mental health is growing rapidly, and we summarise the latest research on the topic. This includes studies on religious involvement and depression, bipolar disorder, suicide, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), substance use disorders, personality disorder, chronic psychotic disorder, marital/family stability, social support and psychological well-being. We also review a relatively new topic in psychiatry, moral injury, which often accompanies PTSD and may interfere with its treatment. We describe a theoretical model that explains how religion might affect mental health and briefly discuss its applications in clinical practice, including a discussion of religiously integrated therapies for depression, anxiety and other emotional problems. Overall, studies indicate that religious involvement often serves as a powerful resource for patients, one that can be integrated into psychiatric care. At times, however, religion may impede or complicate treatment. This article will help clinicians determine, on the basis of the latest research, whether religion is an asset or a liability for a particular patient.
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Buser JK, Buser TJ, Pertuit T. Nonsuicidal Self‐Injury and Attachment to God or a Higher Power. COUNSELING AND VALUES 2020. [DOI: 10.1002/cvj.12123] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/10/2022]
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- Juleen K. Buser
- Department of Graduate Education, Leadership, and CounselingRider University
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- Department of Graduate Education, Leadership, and CounselingRider University
- Now at the Graduate School of Counseling and PsychologyNaropa University
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- Department of Graduate Education, Leadership, and CounselingRider University
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