Psychology of Religion and Spirituality (Dec 20, 2018). DOI:10.1037/rel0000233 Understanding the role of religion in mental illness has always been complicated, as some people turn to religion to cope with their illness, whereas others turn away. The overarching purpose of this study was to draw on quantitative and qualitative information to illuminate ways in which religiousness might be associated with changes in depressive symptomatology in a spiritually integrated inpatient treatment program.. To read the full article, log in using your NHS OpenAthens details.