The frequency of attendance at a place of worship contributed
towards reducing the risk of death by homicide. Spiritual
care, religiosity and worship practice are important in preventing
youth violence.22 Places of worship provide appropriate
opportunities for orientation and promotion of health for children
and family.23 Religious commitment and spiritual practice
may have positive effects on reducing the risk of becoming a
victim of violence by mitigating disadvantaged conditions,
including lower levels of educational attainment and poor socioeconomic
status. The attendance at a place of worship,regardless of the religion, and also building and maintaining
close and intimate relationships with family and relatives are
factors strengthening resilience against violence.