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The Presence Of Spirituality And Its Effect On Attitudes Towards Death, Isabel F. Cortez
The Presence Of Spirituality And Its Effect On Attitudes Towards Death, Isabel F. Cortez
Honors College Theses
ABSTRACT
Rationale Implementing spirituality practices in healthcare is not heavily emphasized yet has the potential to increase positive patient outcomes.
Hypothesis If an individual identifies with having a strong sense of spirituality, then they will have decreased negative reactions towards dying.
Methods Data was collected via distribution and processing of surveys on the Statesboro campus of Georgia Southern University. The survey included a series of questions regarding general demographics, strength of spirituality, feelings associated with death, and coping ability. The information collected was processed through SPSS in order to evaluate correlations present.
Results It was found that individuals who indicated …