Religious attitudes and practices of hospitalized medically ill older adults
International Journal of Geriatric PsychiatryPublished 1 April 1998
Harold G. Koenig
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To examine the prevalence of religious beliefs and practices among medically ill hospitalized older adults and relate them to social, psychological and health characteristics, a large number of older adults believe in a deity or have a religious belief.
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Religious practices, attitudes and coping behaviors are prevalent among hospitalized medically ill older adults and are related to social, psychological and physical health outcomes. Implications for clinical practice are discussed.
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