Margaret has a strong faith in a higher force and attends a place of worship regularly. She is likely to
A) have more severe mental health problems.
B) use her beliefs in adaptive coping.
C) experience more stress than someone who does not go to a place of worship.
D) have poor social support in times of stress.

Question

Margaret has a strong faith in a higher force and attends a place of worship regularly.  She is likely to
A) have more severe mental health problems.
B) use her beliefs in adaptive coping.
C) experience more stress than someone who does not go to a place of worship.
D) have poor social support in times of stress.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Research has shown that individuals who have a strong faith and attend a place of worship regularly tend to use their beliefs in adaptive coping strategies during times of stress, leading to better mental health outcomes. Therefore, option B is the correct choice. The other options are not supported by research findings.

Margaret Has a Strong Faith in a Higher Force and Attends