The Relationship between Religion, Spirituality and Mental Health in Rwandan Refugees: A Cross-Sectional Study

Victor Mwanamwambwa
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Victor Mwanamwambwa: Department of Psychology, St. Dominic’s Major Seminary, Zambia

International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science, 2023, vol. 7, issue 2, 111-121

Abstract: Studies on coping efforts among traumatised and distressed refugees prioritise other coping mechanisms, whereas religion and spirituality are not considered. However, studies have indicated that religiosity and spiritual coping have been linked with adaptive psychological results. Recently, the relationship between religion/spirituality and mental health has been the topic of growing interest in refugee studies. A cross-sectional quantitative research study was conducted to examine the relationship between religion/spirituality and mental health. The results suggest that there is a positive correlation between religion/ spirituality and mental health. The General Health Questionnaire- 28 (GHQ-28) and Spiritual Experience Index- Revised were used to assess the relationship. The participants included older Rwandan refugees living in Lusaka, Zambia (N=267). Religion and spirituality are essential elements that should be considered in refugees’ studies to enhance a comprehensive understanding of an individual, considering their needs. Mental health specialists should consider moulding coping frameworks that include religion and spirituality to improve well-being in refugees.

Date: 2023
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