Children thrive in intact religious households, study finds

December 17, 2008

Children born into religious families are far less likely than their peers to experience educational or behavioral problems, a new sociological study has found. The new study, sponsored by the Family Research council, shows that American children who live with their biological parents and attend religious services regularly are five times less likely to be forced to repeat a grade in school. The children are also mentally and physically healthier than the general population. The study found the same dramatic differences occurring regardless of the families' income, ethnicity, and educational backgrounds.

 

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Further information:

• National Survey Of Children's Health Finds That Children And Parents Of The Religious Intact Family Do Best On Child Development (FRC)