Article: 51.14 Relationship between Religion/spirituality and Mental Health in Youth during Covid-19
Journal of the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
Abstract: Objectives: While religion and spirituality (R/S) are generally considered protective factors in mental well-being in adults, there is limited research in youth Further understanding this relationship may allow providers to integrate R/S into treatment ... ...
| Abstract | Objectives: While religion and spirituality (R/S) are generally considered protective factors in mental well-being in adults, there is limited research in youth Further understanding this relationship may allow providers to integrate R/S into treatment to enhance effectiveness This study explores the impact of R/S on mental health in youth with mild-to-severe mental health symptoms during the global pandemic of COVID-19 We hypothesize that R/S has a positive impact on mental health and can be a protective factor in how youth cope with mental health symptoms, especially during a global crisis Methods: We developed a Religion and Spirituality Questionnaire (RASQ), an online questionnaire that included demographic questions, 27 questions on attitudes and practices regarding R/S and mental health, 6 items related to R/S and mental health during COVID-19, and 3 optional free response questions related to R/S and COVID-19 Participants were current patients of a community mental health clinic in the San Francisco Bay Area who were between 13 and 26 years old Results: Data from 74 questionnaires were analyzed (46 females, 3 transgender, 6 genderqueer, and 15 males) The average age was 18 1 years old We found an inverse correlation between those who are not religious and worsening mental health during COVID-19 (R = –0 2547;p < 0 05) We also found that those who turn to their faith in crisis and those whose religious beliefs help guide them in difficult situations have had their faith strengthened during COVID-19 (R = 0 803, p < 0 00001;and R = 0 7849, p < 0 00001) Other comparisons including assessing for differences in age, ethnicity (White/non-White), and sex (male/female) did not reveal significant associations Conclusions: These preliminary data highlight some significant associations between R/S and mental health during a pandemic, as part of a larger continuing study Further research is needed As we move forward with this project, we hope the outcomes can inform and improve clinical care CC, COPI, WL |
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| Keywords | covid19 |
| Publisher | WHO |
| Document type | Article |
| Note | WHO #Covidence: #886643 |
| Database | COVID19 |
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