An Examination of the Impact of Clergy-Involved Mental Health Activities for Their Congregants on Clergy Life Satisfaction, Happiness, and Perceptions of Having a Life Close to Ideal in the USA

An Examination of the Impact of Clergy-Involved Mental Health Activities for Their Congregants on Clergy Life Satisfaction, Happiness, and Perceptions of Having a Life Close to Ideal in the USA

Clergy play a crucial role in supporting the mental health of their congregants, but the impact on their own well-being is understudied. A review of 2019–2020 data from 636 U.S. religious leaders using generalized estimating equations analysis found that clergy use prayer, preaching, readings on men...

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Veröffentlicht in:The journal of pastoral care & counseling 2024-09, Vol.78 (3), p.107-119
Hauptverfasser: Boateng, Augustine Cassis Obeng, Britt, Katherine Carroll, Sebu, Joshua, Oh, Hayoung
Format: Artikel
Sprache:eng
Schlagworte:
Adult
Clergy
Clergy - psychology
Female
Happiness
Humans
Life satisfaction
Male
Medical personnel
Medical referrals
Mental Health
Mental health professionals
Middle Aged
Pastoral Care
Personal Satisfaction
Religious leaders
Sermons
United States
Well being
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Zusammenfassung:Clergy play a crucial role in supporting the mental health of their congregants, but the impact on their own well-being is understudied. A review of 2019–2020 data from 636 U.S. religious leaders using generalized estimating equations analysis found that clergy use prayer, preaching, readings on mental health, and referrals to mental health professionals to support congregants’ well-being. Future longitudinal studies are needed to understand the needs of diverse clergy groups.
ISSN:1542-3050
2167-776X
2167-776X
DOI:10.1177/15423050241268397