The relationship between religion, spirituality, psychological adjustment, and quality of life among

Author:Makros, J; McCabe, M

Article Title:The relationship between religion, spirituality, psychological adjustment, and quality of life among people with multiple sclerosis

Abstract:
The present research was comprised of two studies that aimed to explore the role of religious and spiritual variables in the psychological adjustment and quality of life of people with Multiple Sclerosis (MS). In study 1, religious behavior and objective levels of spirituality and religiosity were not significantly related to psychological adjustment or quality of life among people with MS. Positive religious coping was negatively related to psychological adjustment and quality of life. In study 2, Intrinsic religious orientation and Quest religious orientation were related to poor psychological adjustment. Implications of the present research for people with MS and other chronic illnesses are discussed.

Keywords: religion; spirituality; multiple sclerosis; psychological adjustment; quality of life

DOI: 10.1023/A:1023681830716

Source:JOURNAL OF RELIGION & HEALTH

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