International Journal for the Psychology of Religion
Volume 20, Issue 1, 2010, Pages 14-25

Religiosity and self-esteem of Muslim immigrants to the United States: The moderating role of perceived discrimination (Article)

Ghaffari A. , Çiftçi A.*
  • a Purdue University, United States
  • b Purdue University, United States

Abstract

The present study investigated the moderating effect of perceived discrimination in a sample of Muslim immigrants (N = 174). Sex differences on perceived discrimination, religiosity, and self-esteem were examined. Results suggested a significant difference between Muslim men and women in regards to measures of religiosity. Men displayed higher religiosity scores. Results also indicated a significant positive relationship between measures of religiosity and perceived discrimination. Our results also provided full support for the moderating role of perceived discrimination. Implications of these findings for psychologists and future research examining these relationships are addressed. © Taylor & Francis Group, LLC.

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DOI: 10.1080/10508610903418038
ISSN: 10508619
Cited by: 26
Original Language: English