Spirituality and Aging: Research and Implications∗

摘要: ABSTRACT Increasing attention to spirituality is an important trend in gerontology, human services, and health sciences. Spirituality complex, overlaps with religion, infuses all life, therefore difficult study. Diverse methods are used its investigation, numerous scales measure components. Almost of the research reveals significant connections other aspects well-being. Professional applications findings have been limited by complex religious cultural values, insufficient research, ethical considerations. Unlimited opportunities for further study include need evaluate impact religions ideologies that claim enhance spirituality.