Variable | Valuesa | ||
Germany | Korea | Significanceb | |
In general, it is appropriate for psychiatric professionals to inquire about a patient’s religion and/or spirituality. | 3.08 (±0.85) | 2.40 (±0.78) | p < 0.001*** |
In general, it is appropriate for psychiatric professionals to discuss religious/spiritual issues, when a patient brings them up. | 3.39 (±0.67) | 2.53 (±0.72) | p < 0.001***. |
In general, it is appropriate for psychiatric professionals to talk about his or her own religious beliefs or experiences with a patient. | 1.88 (±0.81) | 1.97 (±0.72) | p = 0.082n.s. |
In general, it is appropriate for psychiatric professionals to pray with a patient together. | 1.53 (±0.77) | 1.89 (±0.73) | p < 0.001*** |