A group of psychiatric–mental health nursing students have been studying the roles of religion in their patients' and clients' lives
They have identified numerous positive associations, but they know that there are also potential downsides to religious expression for some individuals. Religion can result in negative consequences for physical or mental health if it does what?
A) Focuses on both physical and spiritual aspects of health
B) Encourages an avoidance of traditional treatment
C) Teaches the individual to cope independently with everyday stressors
D) Encourages the use of complementary therapies
Ans: B
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Like any other lifestyle choice, religion can have adverse consequences. For example, religious beliefs may encourage avoidance or discontinuance of traditional treatments or lead to a delay or failure to seek timely medical care. Complementary therapies are generally beneficial and a focus on physical and spiritual aspects of health is beneficial.
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