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Self-transcendence and well-being in homeless adults. J Holist Nurs 2007 Mar;25(1):5-13; discussion 14-5

Date

02/28/2007

Pubmed ID

17325307

DOI

10.1177/0898010106289856

Scopus ID

2-s2.0-34247897149 (requires institutional sign-in at Scopus site)   56 Citations

Abstract

This study examines the relationships of spiritually and physically related variables to well-being among homeless adults. A convenience sample of 61 sheltered homeless persons completed the Spiritual Perspective Scale, the Self-Transcendence Scale, the Index of Well-Being, and items measuring fatigue and health status. The data were subjected to correlational and multiple regression analysis. Positive, significant correlations were found among spiritual perspective, self-transcendence, health status, and well-being. Fatigue was inversely correlated with health status and well-being. Self-transcendence and health status together explained 59% of the variance in well-being. The findings support Reed's theory of self-transcendence, in which there is the basic assumption that human beings have the potential to integrate difficult life situations. This study contributes to the growing body of evidence that conceptualizes homeless persons as having spiritual, emotional, and physical capacities that can be used by health care professionals to promote well-being in this vulnerable population.

Author List

Runquist JJ, Reed PG

Author

Jennifer Doering PhD Associate Professor in the Nursing department at University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee

MESH terms used to index this publication - Major topics in bold

Adaptation, Psychological
Adult
Fatigue
Female
Health Behavior
Health Status
Humans
Male
Middle Aged
Quality of Life
Regression Analysis
Self Concept
Spirituality
Surveys and Questionnaires
United States