Spirituality, Subjective Well-Being and Hope
Exploring the Interconnectedness in Adults
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This study investigates the relationship between spirituality and subjective well-being among adults with a particular focus on the mediating role of hope. This research addresses the gap in literature by exploring the role of spirituality and hope in enhancing well-being in Pakistan, where mental health challenges are prevalent and formal support is limited. These factors are key psychological resources fostering emotional resilience and life satisfaction. The study employs a correlational design and collects data from 401 adults in Karachi and Lahore aged 18 to 60 using validated instruments, including the Daily Spiritual Experience Scale Satisfaction with Life Scale Positive and Negative Affect Schedule and Herth Hope Index. The findings reveal that spirituality significantly reduces negative affect and enhances life satisfaction primarily through the mediating effect of hope. These results suggest that spirituality serves as a protective factor against psychological distress, emphasizing its potential integration into mental health interventions. In resource-limited environments like Pakistan, where conventional psychological services are scarce, incorporating spiritual and hope-based strategies into mental health frameworks could foster well-being and emotional stability. This study highlights the need for culturally sensitive approaches that integrate spirituality as an important component of psychological health.
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Emotional resilience, Mental health, Psychological health, Spirituality, Subjective well-beingReferences
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