Studies of the inner life: the impact of spirituality on quality of life.
This article defines spirituality and relates the importance of spirituality to understanding quality of life. Spirituality is examined through organizational religious activities, non-organizational activities and/or as an expression of faith. Spirituality as a variable in the study of quality of life is not a new concept; however, it has returned to the scene during recent years, and has gone through an evolutionary process.
Baker
David C
DC
Chaplaincy Services, Passavant Retirement and Health Center, Zelienople, PA 16063, USA. dbaker@lassenior.com
D000203:Activities of Daily Living / Q000523:psychology; D001294:Attitude to Health; D006801:Humans; D008016:Life Change Events; D011788:Quality of Life / Q000523:psychology; D012649:Self Concept; D029181:Spirituality