Membership in a religious organization and regular attendance at religious functions ________.

A) can be a vital part of a person's social support system
B) will definitely extend one's life expectancy
C) act a psychological defense mechanism
D) promote one's cognitive abilities Topic : Social Factors in Stress: People Who Need People

Membership in a religious organization and regular attendance at religious functions can provide a sense of community, support, and belongingness, which can be important components of one's social support system. However, there is no definitive evidence to suggest that it will definitely extend one's life expectancy or act as a psychological defense mechanism. Furthermore, while some studies have suggested that religious involvement may have a positive impact on cognitive abilities in older adults, the evidence is limited and inconsistent.