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Am J Psychiatry January 2012 PMID 21865527

Religiosity and major depression in adults at high risk: a ten-year prospective study.

Lisa Miller, Priya Wickramaratne, Marc J Gameroff, Mia Sage, Craig E Tenke, Myrna M Weissman

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The discussions demonstrate a moderate level of support and curiosity about the study, with phrases like 'Not surprised' indicating agreement and some interest in the intersection of religion and depression. The tone remains fairly neutral and exploratory, suggesting that while the study is acknowledged as important, the conversations do not deeply analyze its broader implications or methodological nuances.

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Most discussions support the findings, highlighting a protective relationship between religiosity and depression risk, though some comments express surprise or skepticism.

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Participants show moderate interest, mentioning the study title and basic findings but without deep technical analysis or critique.

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Comments reflect some engagement through recognition of the study's implications and cultural context, but lack detailed discussion or critique of methodology.

ImpactModerate impact

Overall, the conversations seem to recognize the potential significance of the findings, especially regarding mental health and religiosity, but do not delve into broader societal or policy impacts.

Abstract in brief

  • The study found that adults who regarded religion or spirituality as very important at age 10 had a significantly lower risk of experiencing major depression between ages 10 and 20, especially among those with a depressed parent, indicating a protective effect against recurrence.
  • The research showed that specific measures like religious attendance or denomination did not significantly predict depression risk, highlighting that the personal importance of religion/spirituality is more influential than participation or religious identification.
  • The findings suggest that a strong personal belief in religion or spirituality may serve as a protective factor against recurring depression in high-risk individuals, particularly in reducing the likelihood of relapse rather than preventing initial onset.
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دراسة سادسة: https://t.co/QoRXBnfENL الدراسة وجدت أن الاشخاص الذين يولون أهمية شخصية كبيرة للتدين والروحانية قد يشكل لهم ذلك حماية ضد الاصابة المتكررة بالاكتئاب وبالتحديد اولائك الذين هم أكثر عرضة للاكتئاب بسبب اصابة احد الوالدين. https://t.co/8Y9VWXPvPl

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