Association between spirituality and depression among depressive disorder patients in India

Abstract

This study examined the association between spirituality and depression among depressive disorder patients in India an eastern country. Methods: This study included 120 Hindu and Muslim adult depressive disorder patients from an urban hospital-based outpatient department of psychiatry at Karnataka, India. Participants were assessed for depression and spirituality. Results: Participants with mild depression scored significantly higher on the spirituality scale and its subscales than those with moderate or severe depression. Conclusion: Health care professionals should incorporate discussions of spirituality with patients to help them address issues of meaning and purpose in life and develop resilience against recurrence.