Faith can be defined as unquestioning belief in God. (Webster’s New World Dictionary) “Religion and faith appear to exert positive effects on people’s health, but that doesn’t necessarily mean divine intervention is at work, scientists say.” These scientists speculate that positive results can be traced to several factors: these people often exhibit healthy lifestyles and beliefs, feelings of self-worth, increased coping skills through prayer, meditation and other religious activities, and positive emotions.
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