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The subjective importance of being religious and its effect on health and morale 14 years later
Author(s)Robert C Atchley
Journal titleJournal of Aging Studies, vol 11, no 2, Summer 1997
Pagespp 131-142
KeywordsSpiritual characteristics [elderly] ; Morale ; Well being ; Longitudinal surveys ; United States of America.
AnnotationLongitudinal data were used to examine whether the subjective importance attached to being a religious person influenced health or psychological well-being 14 years later. About two-thirds of the panel reported consistently positive attitudes towards being religious, while about 16% were consistently negative. Religious affiliation and frequency of attending religious functions were also unrelated to health or psychological well-being. The results call into question earlier reviews of the literature. (RH).
Accession NumberCPA-981015210 A
ClassmarkEX: DQ: D:F:5HH: 3J: 7T

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