Journal article
The influence of spirituality and religion on health and well-being for older Pacific People
Journal of Religion, Spirituality & Aging, Vol.36(3), pp.293-308
2024
Abstract
The influence of spirituality and religion on the health and well-being of older adults has gained considerable attention as older adults worldwide continue to live long, active lives. This study explores the influence of spirituality and religion on the health and well-being of older Pacific people living in Aotearoa, New Zealand. Using the principles of a Participatory Action Research (PAR) approach and talanoa with 39 Tongan, 42 Cook Island Maori and 23 Samoan elders revealed spirituality is essential to Pacific elders' health and well-being. Participants faith in an omnipotent Christian God and the subsequent influence on their relationships with family and community significantly impacted their experiences of health and well-being. Strong relationships with God, extended family and community enabled Pacific elders to live a harmonious life. Religion and spirituality should be embraced as an integral component of health and social care plans.
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- Title
- The influence of spirituality and religion on health and well-being for older Pacific People
- Authors
- Stephen Neville (Corresponding Author) - Te PūkengaWendy Wrapson - Auckland University of TechnologyFaasisila Savila - Auckland University of TechnologySara Napier - Auckland University of TechnologyOfa Dewes - Auckland University of TechnologyValerie A. A. Wright-St Clair - Auckland University of TechnologyFalegau Melanie Lilomaiava Silulu - Auckland University of TechnologyHoy Neng Wong Soon - Auckland University of TechnologyEl-Shadan Tautolo - Auckland University of Technology
- Publication details
- Journal of Religion, Spirituality & Aging, Vol.36(3), pp.293-308
- Publisher
- Routledge
- Date published
- 2024
- DOI
- 10.1080/15528030.2023.2221872
- ISSN
- 1552-8049
- Grant note
- The work was supported by the Ministry of Business Innovation and Employment – Ageing Well Science Challenge (Contract # UOOX1508).
- Organisation Unit
- Healthy Ageing Research Cluster; School of Health - Nursing
- Language
- English
- Record Identifier
- 991112052502621
- Output Type
- Journal article
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