Relationship Between Religious Coping and Mental Health among the Sikh Population in Punjab

This study explores the relationship between religious coping and mental well-being among Sikhs in Punjab, focusing on gender differences in positive and negative religious coping methods. Through quantitative analysis of data collected from 92 participants using Brief Religious Coping Scale (Brief RCOPE) and General Health Questionnaire-28 (GHQ-28), significant associations were found. Positive religious coping was weakly related to better mental health outcomes, while negative religious coping showed a moderate association with poorer mental well-being. Furthermore, gender differences were observed in positive religious coping, with females reporting higher levels. These findings underscore the importance of considering religious coping strategies and gender-specific factors in mental health research and interventions tailored to the Sikh community. Limitations and suggestions for future research are discussed.