Spirituality and religiosity: influence on cancer therapy and well-being

Abstract Religiosity and spirituality provide cancer patients with strength confidence to face difficult situations during the process of seeking a cure, indicating that faith is an important element at this time. This systematic literature review analyzed national international scientific production assess whether religious spiritual practices facilitate therapeutic adherence improve quality life patients. Level evidence was classified using Grades Recommendation, Assessment, Development Evaluation approach. Some articles showed religiosity positively influence treatment patient well-being. In conclusion, who use as strategy have grater hope in treatment; however, further in-depth studies are needed ensure its effectiveness.