April 26, 2012: Analytical Thinkers Seem to Be Less Religious, Study Suggests
But coaxing participants to think analytically had only a subtle impact on religious belief

February 28, 2012: Many Vegetarians Unaware of Animal-Derived Gels in Pills
Patients on strict diets would often avoid such drugs if they were informed, study shows

January 30, 2012: What Would Jesus Do? Maybe Not What I'd Do, Survey of Christians Finds
Liberals and conservatives say they have views on morality, fellowship that might not mesh with teachings

January 30, 2012: Pets Help Women Cope With HIV/AIDS
Small study also found being a mother, worker, advocate made a difference, as did faith

August 22, 2011: Many Less-Educated Whites Abandoning Religion
Significantly fewer attending services since the 1970s, study says

August 19, 2011: Respect for Muslims' Beliefs Would Improve Their Health Care: Study
As numbers grow in U.S., health professionals should brush up on religious, cultural differences, researchers say

August 12, 2011: Religion Might Boost Happiness in Times of Stress
But study finds no such link in stable, peaceful societies

August 05, 2011: Less Worry, Better Coping Seen Among Religious Folks
Strong spirituality linked to greater tolerance of uncertainty, studies find

July 25, 2011: Spiritual Talks May Boost Patients' View of Hospital Care
Hospitalized patients more satisfied when given chance to discuss faith, religion, study shows

July 07, 2011: Religious Identity Remains Constant in Teen Years: Study
Participation may decline, but belief system stays steady through high school, research suggests

May 25, 2011: Being 'Born-Again' Linked to More Brain Atrophy: Study
But so was having no religious affiliation, researchers say

May 02, 2011: Religion Doesn't Help Lower Blood Pressure, Study Suggests
Counters previous research that found a benefit, but authors say more study needed

March 30, 2011: Praying for Others Seems to Help Anger Fade
People who are provoked can let their bad mood go by petitioning for the less fortunate, study suggests

March 23, 2011: Are the Religious Prone to Obesity?
Study found regularly attending services was linked to raised risk in middle age

February 25, 2011: 19th Century Polygamy Meant Fewer Kids Per Wife, Data Shows
Review of Utah records from 1800s sheds light on how such marriages affected population

January 03, 2011: Anger at God Common During Times of Crisis, Study Finds
But religious people less likely to blame God for their troubles, research suggests

December 14, 2010: Spirituality May Boost Success for Alcoholics Anonymous
Religious aspect plus social, psychological support seems to help beat addiction, study suggests

December 14, 2010: Prayer May Help Victims of Domestic Abuse
Practice teaches coping methods, allows outlets for feeling, study suggests

December 07, 2010: Friends May Be Key to Churchgoers' Happiness
Spiritual aspects less significant for life satisfaction, survey finds

October 20, 2010: Fatalistic Attitudes May Keep Hispanic Women From Cancer Tests
Notion that health 'is in God's hands' could help explain low screening rates, study suggests

October 07, 2010: Urging Exercise at Faith-Based Meetings May Boost Activity
Intervention combining religion and fitness had good results among older black women

August 26, 2010: Doctors' Religious Beliefs Can Color Their Care of Terminally Ill
Survey found agnostics, atheists almost twice as likely to make choices that hasten end of life

August 05, 2010: Can Hands-On Prayer Help Heal?
African study in sight- and hearing-impaired people suggests it might, even if through placebo effect

July 21, 2010: People With Drinking Problems May Turn to Clergy for Help
Nearly 15 percent sought advice from trusted religious leaders, study found

March 09, 2010: Do Liberals, Atheists Have Higher IQs?
Study links intelligence test scores with key beliefs and male monogamy

February 10, 2010: Physical Changes in Brain Linked to Altered Spirituality
Mind-body connection noted after surgical removal of tumors, study found

January 11, 2010: To Circumcise or Not?
Reviews offer differing views on value and risks of procedure

December 18, 2009: Spiritual Needs Rank High as Death From Cancer Nears
Being 'at peace with God' affects medical choices, study finds

September 17, 2009: Teen Birth Rates Higher in States Where Religion Is Widespread
Researchers suggest strong disapproval of contraception might be a factor

July 17, 2009: Spiritual Outlook Can Affect Mental Health in Breast Cancer
Negative feelings about faith linked to patients' poor emotional status, study suggests

March 17, 2009: Most Devout Most Likely to Fight Death to the End
Those with advanced cancer, strong faith more often wanted lifesaving measures, study finds

March 10, 2009: Church-Based Weight Plan Peels Off Pounds for Blacks
Members dropped 5% of body weight and sustained it for 6 months, study finds

January 30, 2009: Regular Church Attendance May Lower Suicide Risk
'Spirituality' has little effect, but active practice plays a role, study suggests

November 26, 2008: Religion May Help Extend Your Life
Regular attendance is key, researchers say, but they don't know why

September 11, 2008: Spiritual Beliefs Part of Health Care for Some
Most are happy to discuss subject with eye docs, says researcher

August 21, 2008: Measles Cases Highest Since 1996
Parents' philosophical, religious fear of vaccination leading to increase, CDC report says

July 02, 2008: Hallucinogen Gives Lasting Spiritual Boost
Psilocybin may help treat patients with cancer, depression, drug abuse, study says