Is (Shared) Faith a Gift? The Relationship between Mental Health and Religiosity among 18–49-Year-Olds Living Beyond the State Borders Cover Image

A (közös) hit ajándék? Mentális egészség és vallásosság összefüggései a 18-49 évesek közt a határon túl
Is (Shared) Faith a Gift? The Relationship between Mental Health and Religiosity among 18–49-Year-Olds Living Beyond the State Borders

Author(s): András Székely, Dóra Győri-Dani
Subject(s): Ethnic Minorities Studies
Published by: Nemzetpolitikai Kutatóintézet
Keywords: Hungarian minority; social relationships; psychological stress; mental health; Hungarians beyond the borders; minority communities

Summary/Abstract: In recent years, we have seen a reversal of the previous positive trend in mental health. Mental well-being can be influenced by several factors, such as whether or not individuals live in Hungary or as Hungarians across the border. This article examines the mental health of Hungarians living beyond the national borders and the factors that influence it. The study clearly confirms that social relationships, religiosity, and the social characteristics of the regions play a key role in the mental health of the Hungarian minority populations aged 18–49. Shared values, stable relationships, and active religious commitment are protective factors that can reduce the likelihood of psychological stress in minority communities. However, among couples with differing worldviews—where religiosity as one of the main determinants—pose a significant risk to mental health.

  • Issue Year: 2025
  • Issue No: 4
  • Page Range: 25-42
  • Page Count: 18
  • Language: Hungarian
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