Deaths of despair may be driven by loss of religion, new research paper argues

So-called deaths of despair such as from suicide or alcohol abuse have been skyrocketing for middle-aged white Americans. It’s been blamed on various phenomenon, including opioid abuse. But a new research paper finds a different culprit — declining religious practice. The working paper, from Tyler…#wellesleycollege #tylergiles #danielhungerman #tamaroostrom #oxycontin #ohiostateuniversity
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