Abstract
The fields of medicine, wellness, and counseling/spirituality all talk about holistic health. However, it can be challenging to compare research findings when the definition of holistic health varies widely across studies. Each field has unique instruments that they use to measure well being. One might focus on daily functioning, while another focuses on spirituality. In this research, a factor analysis was done using two common measures from each field. Approximately 500 college students from a large university in the Southeast of the United States were surveyed. Five common factors emerged from these six instruments: Environmental Engagement, Affect, Physical Functioning, Spiritual Connection, and Meaning and Purpose. These factors move us towards a common lexicon that can allow us to communicate across disciplines about holistic health and well being. In particular, the fifth factor, presented a feature of resilience that expands the area of holistic health.
Presenters
Stephanie WebsterAssociate Director, Written & Oral Communication, University of Florida, Florida, United States
Details
Presentation Type
Paper Presentation in a Themed Session
Theme
Interdisciplinary Health Sciences
KEYWORDS
Holistic Health, Spirituality
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