ABSTRACT
The positive effects of religious and spiritual beliefs and practices have been well documented (Koenig, McCullough, & Larson, 2001). However, when faced with turmoil in life, these beliefs can be threatened or abandoned, effectively destabilizing one’s core spirituality, leading to feelings of doubt, confusion, and spiritual disorientation (Exline & Rose, 2005; Pargament, Murray-Swank, Magyar, & Ano, 2005; Pargament, 2007). This process, described as a spiritual struggle, can challenge one’s ability to navigate stressors and cope effectively with change; this may be especially difficult for college students who are already undergoing multiple life transformations.
