Analysis of depression tendencies and deeperness variables in adult individuals in the context of holding the faith of God

In this study, the effects on the variables of depression disposition and hopelessnessin adult individuals in terms of having belief in God were examined. The sample of the study consists of 181 individuals (103 females, 78 males) between the ages of 18-45, residing in Kadıköy Caferağa neighborhood. Personal information form, Beck Depression Inventory (BDI), Beck Hopelessness Inventory (BIS) and Religious World Views Scale were used within the scope of the study. It was determined that the mean scores of BDI and BAI differed significantly according to belief in god, and the depression score averages of individuals who did not believe in god were higher than those who believed in god. It was found that the mean score of BDI and BAI differed significantly according to religious belief, and the depression score averages of the individuals who did not have religious belief were higher than the depression point averages of the individuals with religious belief. It was determined that the mean BDI score differed significantly according to gender, and the mean depression score of women was higher than that of men. It was found that the mean score of BLS did not differ significantly according to gender. In the study, it was determined that there was no significant difference between the mean scores of BDI and BAI and educational status. It was found that there was no significant difference between the religious worldview scale mean score and educational status. The study also found a positive relationship in the context of depression and hopelessness, belief in God and religious belief. Keywords: God belief, depression tendency, hopelessness.