Spiritual Histories and Latter-day Saints: A Mixed-Method Preliminary Validation Study
Keywords
Spirituality, assessment, spiritual history, Latter-day Saints, Mormons
Abstract
Spirituality plays a primary role in health and wellness for many Latter-day Saints (LDS). Despite being one of the largest religious cultures in the nation, few, if any, spiritual assessment tools have been validated with this population. This mixed-method study modifies an existing spiritual assessment approach—spiritual histories—that may be congruent with LDS culture. Using a national sample of experts in LDS culture (N = 100), this study identifies: 1) the degree of cultural consistency, strengths, and limitations of the approach at a conceptual level, and 2) a culturally valid question protocol to operationalize the concept for use with LDS clients. The results suggest that spiritual histories represent a highly appropriate assessment method for LDS clients. The paper concludes by providing suggestions to administer an assessment in a culturally competent manner in clinical settings.
Original Publication Citation
Hodge, D., & Limb, G. (2013). Spiritual histories and Latter-day Saints: A mixed method preliminary validation study. Advances in Social Work, 14(2), 379-394.
BYU ScholarsArchive Citation
Hodge, David and Limb, Gordon, "Spiritual Histories and Latter-day Saints: A Mixed-Method Preliminary Validation Study" (2013). Faculty Publications. 3089.
https://scholarsarchive.byu.edu/facpub/3089
Document Type
Peer-Reviewed Article
Publication Date
2013-9
Permanent URL
http://hdl.lib.byu.edu/1877/5902
Publisher
Advance in Social Work
Language
English
College
Family, Home, and Social Sciences
Department
Social Work
Copyright Status
Copyright © 2013 Advances in Social Work Vol. 14 No. 2 (Fall 2013), 379-394