Abstract
Britain is increasingly multicultural, with greater potential for mixing between individuals of differing religions. While both religion and romantic partnerships offer benefits for psychological well-being, religious heterogeneity in a relationship may be detrimental. This study aimed to investigate the prevalence of interfaith partnerships using the UK Household Longitudinal Study, and explore impact on well-being. Over one-fifth of individuals were in heterogeneous relationships, this was associated with greater psychological distress. The results suggest a need for further research into the mechanisms by which religious mixing in relationships impacts upon health in order to best support an increasingly religiously diverse Britain.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 686–694 |
Number of pages | 9 |
Journal | Mental Health, Religion and Culture |
Volume | 16 |
Issue number | 7 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 2013 |
Keywords
- religion
- inter-faith partnerships
- psychology