Spiritual Health Research Articles

Association between insomnia and four domains of health based on an Indigenous Medicine Wheel: Findings from two Saskatchewan First Nation communities.

Research has shown that insomnia and chronic diseases can simultaneously impact overall health, including physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual health. This study aims to find the association between insomnia and the four domains of health based on an Indigenous Medicine Wheel and to find the role of multimorbidity as a mediator between this relation among First Nations people. We used data (n = 588) from the First Nations Sleep Health Project, a collaboration between two Cree First Nations communities in Saskatchewan and a research team at the University of Saskatchewan. Insomnia was measured by the Insomnia Severity Index (ISI). A multivariable logistic regression model was fitted, and the strength of significant predictors was presented as odds ratio (OR) and 95% confidence interval (CI). Using generalized structural equation modelling, we assessed the mediating effect of multimorbidity after adjusting confounders. Most participants (~ 70%) reported good or better health in the four domains. After adjusting for potential risk factors, we found that the probability of having poor or fair health in all four domains (physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual) was higher among people with severe to moderate insomnia (OR = 3.06 (1.76-5.30), 2.77 (1.54-4.99), 3.19 (1.85-5.52), and 1.57 (0.88-2.80), respectively). Additionally, the total effect of ISI on physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual health was 51.34%, 61.72%, 44.81%, and 57.27%, respectively, mediated by multimorbidity. The impact of insomnia on four domains of health and the mediation effect of multimorbidity on this path are unique findings. Early diagnosis and treatment of these conditions might improve overall health.

PERENCANAAN SIRKULASI RUANG PUSAT TERAPI HOLISTIK DI SAMARINDA

Samarinda is one of the most populous cities in East Kalimantan. Living in a densely populated urban area has a greater impact on the risk of mental health disorders. Poor mental health has an impact on physical health. One effort for health care is by conducting holistic health therapy as an alternative to healing overall health, starting from a person's physical, emotional, social, and spiritual health. The purpose of this planning is to produce a holistic therapy center building design in Samarinda with circulation planning that can facilitate building users in their activities in it. Through the analysis method by analyzing the area and building circulation. Analysis of area circulation is carried out by arranging vehicle lanes, parking and building positions. Analysis of building circulation is carried out by determining the pattern of vertical and horizontal space circulation. This planning produces a holistic therapy center in Samarinda that has a circulation space that can increase comfort and facilitate access for building users, so that this therapy center can meet the needs of urban physical and psychological health and become a place for a healthy environmental community

Spiritual Challenges of Family Caregivers of Patients in a Vegetative State: A Qualitative Content Analysis

Background: Spirituality helps family caregivers of vegetative state patients to overcome the stressful conditions of patient care. However, the illness and caregiver burden may also negatively affect the caregiver’s spirituality. Accordingly, this study aimed to investigate the challenges of family caregivers of patients in a vegetative state. Methods: The present qualitative study was conducted through conventional content analysis from August 2020 to September 2021 in two provinces of Iran (Sistan and Baluchestan and Khorasan Razavi). A total of 20 family caregivers of patients in a vegetative state were included in the study. Semi-structured interviews were employed to collect data. Data were analyzed using the method proposed by Graneheim and Lundman via MAXQDA2020 software. Data collection continued until data saturation and identification of main categories. Results: Based on data analysis, spiritual disintegration and spiritual coherence were identified as the two main categories to describe the spiritual challenges of family caregivers of patients in a vegetative state. The experiences of family caregivers showed that spirituality is effective in accepting the conditions and adapting to the role of the patient caregiver. However, illness and caregiver burden lead to spiritual damage and the turning away of family caregivers from performing religious rites and rituals. Conclusion: Considering the undeniable role of spirituality in dealing with the stressful situation of caring for a patient in a vegetative state, the spiritual needs of family caregivers and the implementation of nursing interventions to enhance the spiritual health of caregivers should be given more attention.

Business Model Innovation Toward Sustainability: A Case Study in Outdoor Fitness Equipment

A novel competitive landscape requires managers to innovate business models. Drawing on a theoretical framework that classifies Business Model Innovations (BMI), the paper contributes to the literature studying business model innovation toward sustainability in outdoor fitness equipment (OFE). The OFE is an empirical setting worth investigating because emerging trends disrupt the fitness industry. The Pandemic has shifted how these firms deliver their services. The concept of wellness has evolved from “being in shape” to “achieving a well-being state,” which includes mental, spiritual, and physical health. Differently from the pre-pandemic period, consumers’ focus is on feeling better rather than looking better physically. Relying on a case study approach and using multiple semi-structured interviews, the paper offers empirical evidence of BMI in the OFE. The company innovated its business model (BM), embracing novelty and differentiation and moving from rethinking customer segmentation. Further, the case shows how BMI widens value creation toward a sustainable path, generating social and environmental value. The value chain and the company's ability to partner with its suppliers are pivotal. While the challenges generated by changes in customers’ habits trigger the BMI, the suppliers’ know-how and alignment with the company’s value proposition drove the innovation toward a SBM. The paper contributes to the literature on BMI and SBM. The evidence allows future research to explore how partnerships among companies operating along the same value chain emerge for the sake of the BMI toward sustainability. Practical and managerial implications are offered.

Access to land and nature as health determinants: a qualitative analysis exploring meaningful human-nature relationships among Indigenous youth in central Canada

BackgroundHuman relationships with and connections to nature and the “land” are a commonly accepted Social Determinant of Health. Greater knowledge about these relationships can inform public health policies and interventions focused on health equity among Indigenous populations. Two research questions were explored: (1) what are the experiences of meaningful human-nature relationships among Indigenous youth within central Canada; and (2) how do these relationships function as a determinant of health and wellness within their lives.MethodsDrawing from three community-based participatory research (CBPR) projects within two urban centers in Saskatchewan and Manitoba, the integrated qualitative findings presented here involved 92 interviews with 52 Indigenous youth that occurred over a period of nine years (2014–2023). Informed by “two-eyed seeing,” this analysis combined Indigenous Methodologies and a Constructivist Grounded Theory approach.ResultsOur integrative analysis revealed three cross-cutting themes about meaningful human-nature relationships: (1) promoting cultural belonging and positive identity; (2) connecting to community and family; and (3) supporting spiritual health and relationships. The experiences of young people also emphasized barriers to land and nature access within their local environments.DiscussionPolicies, practices, and interventions aimed at strengthening urban Indigenous young peoples’ relationships to and connections with nature and the land can have a positive impact on their health and wellness. Public Health systems and healthcare providers can learn about leveraging the health benefits of human-nature relationships at individual and community levels, and this is particularly vital for those working to advance health equity among Indigenous populations.

Active Forgetting and Healthy Remembering in Nietzsche

Abstract This paper advances a novel account of how active forgetting underpins Nietzsche’s conception of health. Recent work has focused on what active forgetting is but does not explain how this process facilitates what Nietzsche calls “spiritual health.” I show that active forgetting – unlike Freudian repression or sublimation – preserves spiritual health when it is challenged by experiential content such as trauma, and that it allows for the incorporation of such experiences. I offer a reconstruction of active forgetting which makes reference to the use of therapeutic narratives, which, although neither necessary nor sufficient for active forgetting, can aid and optimize this process in the face of traumatic experiences. My account provides a complex and clear distinction between forgetting and narrativization, in keeping with Nietzsche’s comments on the utility of adversity and the importance of resilience in relation to spiritual health.

Prediction of accident-proneness among a sample of Iranian workers: usefulness of an adjusted version of the Health Belief Model with spiritual health

BackgroundWorkforce health is one of the primary and challenging issues, especially in industrialized countries. The purpose of the present study was to evaluate the ability to predict accident-proneness among Saveh Industry workers in Iran, based on an extended Health Belief Model, that included the construct of spiritual health.MethodThis descriptive-analytical study was conducted in 2022 on 384 workers in Saveh, Iran. The study aimed to explore relationships between accident proneness behavior, spiritual health, and health beliefs. The accident-proneness questionnaire consisted of two parts: the first part included demographic questions, and the second part comprised 9 sections covering personality traits, workplace harmful factors, miscellaneous factors, musculoskeletal disorders, safety culture, safety attitudes, job stress, organization interest, and degree of risk-taking. The Health Belief Model included 31 questions, while spiritual health was measured with the 20-question Paloutzian and Ellison questionnaire. The collected data were analyzed using SPSS version 26 software.ResultsIn terms of accident proneness, 229 (59.6%), exhibited high levels, 148 (38.5%) had medium levels, and 7 (1.8%) showed low levels of accident-proneness. Hierarchical multiple regression analysis showed that in the first model, variables of perceived self-efficacy, vulnerability, and severity independently predicted workers accident proneness, explaining a total of 43% of variance in accident proneness behavior. In the second step, perceived self-efficacy (β = 34%), perceived sensitivity (β = 27%), spiritual health (β = 16%), and perceived severity (β = 12%) were included, respectively, which explained a total of 46% of the variance of accident-prone behavior of workers.ConclusionGiven the high rate of accident proneness observed in this study, there is a critical need for policymakers and health planners to design policies aimed at mitigating the risks associated with occupational accidents. Furthermore, the findings highlight the potential of integrating spiritual health into the Health Belief Model, as a conceptual framework for planning effective intervention programs to enhance workplace safety.

Fostering Improved Mental and Spiritual Health of Nursing Students During COVID and Beyond.

Nursing school is a highly stressful experience for most nursing students. The COVID-19 pandemic intensified stress levels for undergraduate students with serious impacts on mental health. Faculty acted to provide solutions such as debriefings and fostering safe places inside and outside of class where students could release negative emotions and develop positive coping skills. The integration of faith and the caring outreach by the faculty also strengthened students' emotional, mental, and spiritual health.

Why Practice Yoga? An Investigation of the Relationship Between Yoga Participation Motives, Sleep, and Mental Health

Yoga is a holistic health approach practiced around the world due to its benefits on one’s physical, mental, and spiritual health (Mooventhan and Niyenthiha, 2020). Many people come to the mat for a variety of reasons not limited to losing weight, increasing strength, making friends, or reducing stress (Cartwright et al., 2020). The reasons we come to the mat may influence our adherence to participating in yoga, our mental health, and our physical health. This study seeks to find whether the motivations for why someone participates in yoga are associated with quality of sleep, anxiety, and the frequency of yoga participation over 6 months.

Spiritual Diabetes Self-Management Health Coaching Against Psychological Well-Being and Self-Management Compliance in Diabetes Mellitus Patients

Introduction: For patients with diabetes to keep being consistent with self-management, they should build their psychological well-being and feeling of direction in life through a progression of intricate and tedious errands. Aim: This examination looked to inspect the impacts of Spiritual Diabetes Self-Management Health Coaching on psychological health and self-management conduct. Methode: The study utilized a quasi-trial research design, using a basic irregular sampling method to decide the sample based on inclusion and exclusion rules. A sum of 126 respondents were remembered for the sample, with 63 respondents each in the intervention and control groups. Ryff's Psychological Well-Being (RPWB) and a Questionnaire on Compliance with Diabetes Self-Management (QCDSM) were the instruments utilized in this study. A t-test with p<0.5 was used in the statistical analysis. Results: The findings demonstrated that the normal psychological well-being in the intervention bunch was 174.22 both when the intervention, and the typical compliance with self-management was 47.56. Pre-and post-intervention averages for psychological well-being and self-management compliance in the control bunch were 144.62 and 19.32, respectively. A p-worth of 0.000 between spiritual diabetes self-management compliance and psychological well-being is uncovered by information analysis. Conclusion: Spiritual Guidelines for Overseeing Diabetes Patients with diabetes mellitus can profit from long-term health coaching to upgrade their psychological health and compliance with self-management.

Analyzing the Relationship between the Level of Stress and Spiritual Well-Being among Female Students in the Islamic Boarding Schools of Surabaya

Students' emotional and spiritual health suffer as a result of the strict regulations and daily routines of Islamic boarding schools. The purpose of this research is to identify the factors that influence the spiritual health and stress levels of boarding school students attending Islamic institutions in Surabaya. It was a cross-sectional study. A total of 214 female students from Surabaya's Islamic boarding school Amanatul Ummah were selected using stratified random sampling. Level of stress serves as the independent variable, while spiritual wellness serves as the dependent variable. the Spiritual Well-Being Scale (SWBS) and the Perceived Stress Scale (PSS-10). The Spearman test was employed for data analysis with a significance level of 0.05. Nearly all respondents (85.0%) reported considerable stress, and most reported a low level of spiritual well-being (50.9%), according to the research. There is a relationship between students' spiritual well-being and their stress levels, according to the Spearman test results (r=-0.300, p= 0.000). Students' spiritual well-being is negatively correlated with their stress levels; in other words, students' spiritual well-being is negatively impacted by students' stress levels. In order to boost the mental health of their students, Islamic boarding schools should provide recreational activities like group gymnastics.

CN74 Exploring the correlation between spiritual health, quality of survival, and meaning of life among breast cancer chemotherapy patients

CN74 Exploring the correlation between spiritual health, quality of survival, and meaning of life among breast cancer chemotherapy patients

Santé et maladie dans la Prière de Pascal : la guérison du cœur

In the Prayer to ask of God the proper use of sickness, Pascal distances himself from a profane and worldly use of health and illness, to appropriate them according to a theological, christo-soteriological, pharmacological and anthropological use. Pascalian illness is then a religious épochè according to the “reason of the effects‿. The Pascalian pharmakon is twofold: on the one hand, poison is a remedy, because illness can be the occasion of spiritual health and salvation; and on the other hand, the remedy is poison, because health is an open door to illness. This inversion occurs through grace in the heart, according to an anthropology of disproportion. The heart is the place of conflict where health and illness are both worldly indices of finitude and divine indices of infinity. Despite the rhetorical trap of guilt and moralization, and despite the lack of distancing from the Christian God, Pascal invites a disposition of openness of the heart that heals the heart itself.

Holistic adolescent well-being: public health units and spiritual wellness in school mental health during COVID-19.

Holistic adolescent well-being: public health units and spiritual wellness in school mental health during COVID-19.

Pauline concept of ministry in 2 Corinthians 4:1–15 and the religious celebrity syndrome in Nigeria

This study aims to investigate the Pauline concept of ministry as delineated in 2 Corinthians 4:1–15 and its correlation with the prevalence of the religious celebrity syndrome within the Nigerian Church, with the objective of offering insights into addressing this phenomenon. In contemporary Nigerian Christianity, there has been a noticeable emergence of religious celebrities in Christian ministry who prioritise personal fame, material gain and sensationalism over the sincere and honest proclamation of the gospel of Jesus Christ. This trend raises concerns about the deviation from the biblical model of ministry, as exemplified by the apostle Paul, and its implications for the spiritual health of the church and its impact on society. Through a critical exegesis of 2 Corinthians 4:1–15, this study delves into Paul’s understanding of ministry, focussing on themes such as integrity, humility, suffering, selfless sacrifice and the exaltation of Christ. Additionally, qualitative research methods, including interviews, surveys and case studies, were employed to examine the extent and effects of religious celebrity syndrome in the Nigerian Church. The analysis of 2 Corinthians 4:1–15 underscores Paul’s emphasis on the sacrificial nature of Christian ministry, wherein servants of God are called to embody humility and prioritise the proclamation of the gospel above personal gain or acclaim. Concurrently, the qualitative research reveals the pervasive influence of the religious celebrity syndrome in the Nigerian Church, leading to spiritual shallowness, moral compromise and a distorted view of Christianity and Christian ministry in particular within the church and the larger society. Based on the findings, it is recommended that the Nigerian Church reaffirm its commitment to the Pauline model of ministry by promoting humility, integrity and a Christ-centred focus among its leaders and congregants.Contribution: This study highlights the importance of aligning contemporary ministry practices in the Nigerian Church with the principles elucidated by Paul in 2 Corinthians 4:1–15. By embracing humility, integrity and a fervent devotion to Christ, the Church can effectively combat the religious celebrity syndrome within its fold and reclaim its role as a catalyst for societal change.

A 32-Year Systematic Review: Exploring the State of Christian Spirituality and Mental Health Research

A 32-Year Systematic Review: Exploring the State of Christian Spirituality and Mental Health Research

<em>Faith Embodied: Glorifying God with our Physical and Spiritual Health</em> by Stephen Ko. Zondervan, 2024

This is a review of the book published by Dr. Stephen Ko in 2024, highlighting certain sections of the book, and is not meant to be exhaustive, but to provide an introduction to certain portions.Ko's book is mean to help healthcare professionals with a deep mature Christian faith appreciate their understanding of the human body and how it is crucial to the link between physical and spiritual health. At the same time, written by a pastor, it is also meant for pastors and church planters who can see this connection.

The impact of religious spiritual care training on the spiritual health and care burden of elderly family caregivers during the COVID-19 pandemic: a field trial study

BackgroundFamily caregiving is associated with many physical and psychological problems for caregivers, but the effect of spiritual support on reducing their issues during a crisis is also the subject of research. The study aims to examine the impact of religious spiritual care training on the spiritual health and care burdens of elderly family caregivers during the COVID-19 pandemic.MethodsThe randomized controlled field trial involved 80 Iranian family caregivers in Bushehr City, who were selected by convenience sampling based on the inclusion criteria and divided into experimental (40 people) and control (40 people) groups by simple random sampling in 2021 and 2022. Data collection was conducted using spiritual health and care burden questionnaires using the Porsline software. The virtual intervention included spiritual and religious education. Four virtual sessions were held offline over two weeks. The first session was to get to know the participants and explain the purpose, The second session focused on the burden of care, the third on empowerment, and the fourth on mental health and related issues. In the control group, daily life continued as usual during the study.ResultsMean changes in existential health (3.40 ± 6.25) and total spiritual health (5.05 ± 11.12) increased in the intervention group and decreased in the control group. There were statistically significant differences between the two groups for existential health (t = 3.78, p = 0.001) and spiritual health (t = 3.13, p = 0.002). Cohen’s d-effect sizes for spiritual health and caregiving burden were 0.415 and 0.366, respectively. There was no statistically significant difference in mean changes in religious health (p = 0.067) or caregiving burden (p = 0.638) between the two intervention and control groups.ConclusionGiven that the religious-spiritual intervention had a positive effect on existential health and no impact on religious health or care burden, it is recommended that comprehensive planning be undertaken to improve the spiritual health of family caregivers to enable them to better cope with critical situations such as a COVID-19 pandemic.Trial registrationIRCT code number IRCT20150529022466N16 and trial ID number 48,021. (Registration Date2020/06/28)

Relationship between Prayer Intensity and Anxiety Levels among Medical Students at Muslim Indonesian University

In the dynamic environment of Indonesian universities, students, particularly those in the medical field, face a crucial juncture of personal growth amid academic rigor. This transition from youth to adulthood brings with it not only academic challenges but also psychological hurdles, notably anxiety. While anxiety is a common human experience, it can impede a student's ability to thrive. However, within the context of Indonesian culture, prayer serves as a powerful tool for mental well-being. Studies have indicated its potential to alleviate anxiety and foster a sense of calmness. Thus, this research endeavors to explore the relationship between prayer intensity and anxiety levels among the 2021 cohort of medical students at the Muslim University of Indonesia, shedding light on the intersection of spirituality and mental health in academic settings. The study revealed that the majority of the 2021 cohort of medical students at Muslim University of Indonesia are 21 years old (54.8%), predominantly female (76.7%), with most exhibiting good prayer intensity (49.3%) and normal anxiety levels (74%). Additionally, Chi-Square analysis indicated a significant relationship between prayer intensity and anxiety levels among these students (p = 0.005<0.05). The study findings indicate that the sampled 2021 medical students at Muslim University of Indonesia exhibit good prayer intensity and normal anxiety levels. Moreover, there's a significant relationship between prayer intensity and anxiety levels among these students.

Wellness and Stress Management Practices Among Healthcare Professionals and Health Professional Students.

Healthcare professionals experience stressors that begin during training and persist into their careers that adversely impact their well-being. This study aims to identify students' and professionals' stress levels, satisfaction with wellness domains, barriers to wellness, and stress management practices. This study was a cross-sectional self-reported survey study. The study included students (N = 242) and professionals (N = 237) from medicine, nursing, pharmacy, physical therapy, social work, and counseling/psychology. The Managing Health & Wellness in Health Professions Training and Practice survey was used to capture wellness practices and barriers among participants. Results: Students reported significantly higher perceived stress compared to professionals (P < 0.001). Total wellness is significantly higher among professionals compared to students (P < 0.001). A higher stress rate is significantly related to being female, having a lower wellness score, and facing more barriers (P < 0.001). Intellectual health is the most valuable wellness domain for providers (M = 3.71, SD = 0.9) and students (M = 3.43, SD = 0.85), followed by spiritual health for providers (M = 3.4, SD = 1.1), and work/learning environment for students (M = 3.33, SD = 0.93). Professionals and students are least satisfied with their physical and financial health. Barriers include fatigue, workload/productivity in clinical practice, work hours, and burnout. Healthcare professionals exhibit a variety of stress management practices, encounter barriers, and prioritize different wellness domains. Healthcare systems should incorporate self-care education into their curricula and implement systemic changes to foster a thriving healthcare workforce.