June 11, 2026 · Sleep · DOI: 10.1093/sleep/zsag157

Religiosity and Spirituality as Stressors or Stress Relievers in relation to Sleep Health among African American Women

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The authors aimed to explore the relationship between religiosity/spirituality (R/S) and sleep health among African American women, particularly how stress might modify this association. They found that while higher R/S was linked to a lower prevalence of nonrestorative sleep, this protective effect was only significant in women experiencing low or no stress. The study highlights the complex interplay between R/S, stress, and sleep outcomes in this demographic.

Rupsha Singh, Symielle A Gaston, Jason Ashe, Quaker E Harmon, Yusuf Ransome, Ganesa Wegienka, Donna D Baird, Harold G Koenig, Chandra L Jackson

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