JOURNAL ARTICLE

Spirituality: Its Mediating Role in the Relationship Between Meaning in Life and Death Anxiety of Lesbian and Gay Middle-Aged Adults.

  • Published In: North American Journal of Psychology, 2024, v. 26, n. 3. P. 627 1 of 3

  • Database: Psychology Source 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Ledesma, Gian Carlo M.; Reyes, Marc Eric S.; Delariarte, Clarissa F. 3 of 3

Abstract

To further understand the vulnerability and existential challenges of the LGBTQ+ community during crisis situations, we investigated the mediating role of spirituality between the relationship of meaning in life and death anxiety among lesbian and gay middle-aged adults amidst the pandemic using an explanatory, cross-sectional design. Four hundred seven middle-aged Filipinos (ages 40 to 60), who identify as lesbians (190 individuals) and gay men (217 individuals) completed the following assessments: 1) Meaning in Life Questionnaire, 2) Templer Death Anxiety Scale, and 3) the Daily Spiritual Experiences Scale. Results showed that meaning in life had a significant positive relationship with death anxiety, with spirituality mediating their relationship among our participants. Spirituality plays an essential role in helping middle-aged lesbian and gay (LG) adults find meaning in life and deal with death anxiety amidst challenging times. Future research can explore the psychospiritual health and wellness of lesbians and gay men. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Additional Information

  • Source:North American Journal of Psychology. 2024/09, Vol. 26, Issue 3, p627
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Social Sciences and Humanities
  • Publication Date:2024
  • ISSN:1527-7143
  • Accession Number:180130141
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