How Does Religion Relate to Health Status in Ethnic Minority

question 10

Multiple Choice

How does religion relate to health status in ethnic minority populations?

• A)Religion provides a reason for survival
• B)Previous research suggests a positive relationship between health status and religion/spirituality
• C)Spirituality and faith were found to be important support systems for African American women with breast cancer
• D)All of the above

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