Spiritual Well-Being of Chinese Older Adults Conceptualization, Measurement and Intervention
tarafından
 
Lou, Vivian W. Q. author.

Başlık
Spiritual Well-Being of Chinese Older Adults Conceptualization, Measurement and Intervention

Yazar
Lou, Vivian W. Q. author.

ISBN
9783662463031

Yazar
Lou, Vivian W. Q. author.

Fiziksel Niteleme
XIII, 92 p. 6 illus. online resource.

Seri
SpringerBriefs in Well-Being and Quality of Life Research,

İçindekiler
Preface -- Spiritual wellbeing in the Chinese context -- A conceptual model of spiritual wellbeing – a qualitative inquiry -- Dimensions of spiritual wellbeing - a Delphi study -- Validating the Spirituality Scale for Chinese Elders (SSCE) -- Developing the Spiritual Enhancement Group for Chinese Elders (SEGCE) -- The effectiveness of the SEGCE -- Conclusion.

Özet
There are several unique features of this book on the spiritual well-being of Chinese older adults. First, based on qualitative methodology, a conceptual model of spiritual well-being was proposed. Besides, through a Delphi study, different dimensions of spiritual well-being were identified. Conceptually, such effort is important because there is a general lack of well-articulated models of spiritual well-being for Chinese people. Although Western models can be “transplanted” to Chinese contexts, indigenous concepts are needed. As such, this is a pioneer conceptual contribution. Second, the author developed and validated the Spiritual Scale for Chinese Elders. In view of the lack of related measurement tools in the field, this is a pioneer attempt which is important for social work education, research and practice. Third, a Spiritual Enhancement Group for Chinese Elders was developed and its effectiveness was evaluated. In contrast to ordinary elderly programs, this program was based on solid theoretical grounds. In addition, process evaluation and outcome evaluation were conducted. The intervention program is a beautiful link between theory and practice whereas the evaluation is a good outgrowth of practice. The present project is especially valuable because evidence-based practice is at its infancy in different Chinese communities.

Konu Başlığı
Social sciences.
 
Medical research.
 
Quality of life.
 
Quality of Life Research.

Ek Kurum Yazar
SpringerLink (Online service)

Elektronik Erişim
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/978-3-662-46303-1


Materyal TürüBarkodYer NumarasıDurumu/İade Tarihi
Electronic Book24716-1001HN25Springer E-Book Collection