Development and validation of a measure of spiritual fortitude.

201942 citationsJournal Article

Authors

Daryl R. Van Tongeren

Jamie D. Aten · International Humanitarian University

Abstract

Spiritual fortitude appears to be a useful construct in understanding the process of adjusting to, and thriving, in the midst of adversity, suffering, and trauma. Future hypotheses and research directions are provided to catalyze work in this new area of inquiry. (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2019 APA, all rights reserved).

Topics & Keywords

Resilience and Mental Health Grit, Self-Efficacy, and Motivation Optimism, Hope, and Well-being

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Reduced inequalitiesPeace, Justice and strong institutions

Publication Details

Published in: Psychological Trauma Theory Research Practice and Policy

Volume 11, Issue 6, pp. 588-596

DOI: 10.1037/tra0000449

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