Does frequent prayer help reduce alcohol use? Heterogeneity in religious contexts and drinking styles

Risky alcohol drinking remains a public health issue in many societies. Evidence has shown that religious coping is often associated with less alcohol consumption. This study examines the relationship between frequent prayer and alcohol use in two major denominations in Christianity: Roman Catholici...

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Main Author: Bai, Zefeng (Author)
Format: Electronic Article
Language:English
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Published: Taylor & Francis 2021
In: Mental health, religion & culture
Year: 2021, Volume: 24, Issue: 2, Pages: 151-163
Further subjects:B Roman Catholicism
B Religion
B Protestantism
B Alcohol Consumption
B frequent prayer
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