Article
American African Women and Smoking: Spiritual Well-Being Makes a Difference
Journal of Christian Nursing
(2011)
Abstract
This study examined relationships among spiritual well-being (SWB), perceived stress, coping, and smoking in African American (AA) women. Significant relationships were found among participants related to SWB, regardless of smoking status. SWB may provide a protective property against stress and the desire to smoke. Results support inclusion of SWB into health and smoking education, support of the AA faith community, and the use of SWB as a component of the healthcare decision-making process.
Disciplines
Publication Date
July 1, 2011
DOI
10.1097/CNJ.0B013E31821E24AA
Citation Information
Wanda J. Franklin. "American African Women and Smoking: Spiritual Well-Being Makes a Difference" Journal of Christian Nursing Vol. 28 Iss. 3 (2011) p. 162 - 167 ISSN: 1931-7662 Available at: http://works.bepress.com/wanda-franklin/1/