The Impact of Sexual Abuse, Family Violence/Conflict, Spirituality, and Religion on Anger and Depressed Mood Among Adolescents

Stressful life experiences, such as sexual abuse and family violence/conflict, relate to an increased risk of mental health problems. Religion and spirituality may prevent this negative impact, but religion and spirituality are lower among survivors of stressful life experiences. To explore this eff...

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Main Author: Sigurvinsdottir, Rannveig (Author)
Contributors: Asgeirsdottir, Bryndis Bjork ; Ullman, Sarah E. ; Inga Dóra Sigfúsdóttir
Format: Electronic Article
Language:English
Published: 2021
In: Journal of interpersonal violence
Year: 2021, Volume: 36, Issue: 1/2, Pages: NP577-NP597
Online Access: Volltext (Resolving-System)
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