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Sourced from the stated research gap and future-work section and abstract of the source papers, classified as general, drawn from work published between 2023 and 2026, spanning 4 journals. Those papers have been cited 1 times in total.

Supporting evidence — 8 representative gaps

• A Theology of Health: Exploring the Ethiopian Orthodox Church’s Influence on Human Well-Being in Ethiopia (2026) · Journal of Religion and Health · doi

  The paper identifies a gap in the predominant focus on physical health, neglecting mental and social dimensions. The study highlights the need for comprehensive approaches that address all dimensions of wellness. The paper notes the importance of considering the role of religion and spirituality in shaping health behaviors and community support systems.

  generalstated research gap
  Keywords: paper identifies gap predominant focus physical health neglecting
• Private Religious Practices and Life Satisfaction among Filipino Catholics: Validation of a Theistic DSES and the Mediating Role of Spiritual Experience (2026) · Journal of Religion and Health · doi

  Further research could examine the relationship between private religious practices and well-being in other cultural contexts. Future studies could investigate other potential pathways through which religiosity shapes well-being. Research could explore the role of spiritual experience in the relationship between religious practice and life satisfaction.

  generalfuture-work section
  Keywords: further research examine relationship between private religious practices
• Spiritual Well-Being in Coronary Heart Disease Patients: A Scoping Review (2026) · Journal of Religion and Health · doi

  The paper identifies a gap in the existing knowledge on the relationship between spiritual well-being and coronary heart disease. The review highlights the need for further research on the impact of spiritual well-being on quality of life and psychological health in CHD patients. The study notes that the majority of the existing research is cross-sectional, limiting the understanding of cause-and-effect relationships.

  generalstated research gap
  Keywords: paper identifies gap existing knowledge relationship between spiritual
• The Relationship Between Spiritual Well-Being, Resilience, and Adherence Among Patients Receiving Hemodialysis Treatment in Türkiye (2026) · Journal of Religion and Health · doi

  The study identifies a gap in the understanding of the relationship between spiritual well-being, resilience, and adherence among hemodialysis patients. Prior work has shown that spiritual well-being and resilience are important factors in managing chronic illness, but the relationship between these factors and adherence is not well understood.

  generalstated research gap
  Keywords: study identifies gap understanding relationship between spiritual well-being
• Spiritual Well-Being in Coronary Heart Disease Patients: A Scoping Review (2026) · Journal of Religion and Health · doi

  Further research is needed to confirm the causeand-effect relationship between spiritual well-being and coronary heart disease, - Studies should be conducted in diverse regions and cultures to generalize the results, - Longitudinal studies should be conducted to examine the relationship between spiritual well-being and coronary heart disease over time

  generalfuture-work section
  Keywords: further research needed confirm causeand-effect relationship between spiritual
• PSYCHOLOGICAL WELL-BEING OF KAZAKHSTANI YOUTH IN THE CONTEXT OF RELIGIOUS FAITH (2023) · The Journal of Psychology and Sociology · cited 1× · doi

  The contribution made by the authors to the domestic school of psychology in the form of a study that analyzes the existing world experience in studying psychological well-being in the context of religious faith, as well as presents experimental data and their interpretation, can certainly become a prerequisite for further research on this topic due to its enduring practical significance.

  generalabstractevidence 5/5
  Keywords: well contribution made authors domestic school psychology form analyzes existing world experience studying psychological context
• SPIRITUAL WELL-BEING, EXISTENTIAL NIHILISM & SUB-CLINICAL DEPRESSION IN YOUNG ADULTS (2026) · Contemporary Journal of Social Science Review · doi

  The study seeks to fill a literature gap by examining existential nihilism and its relationship with spiritual well-being and sub-clinical depression, especially among young adults. The investigation considers the bidirectional link between existential nihilism and depression, highlighting how spiritual well-being can help lessen these impacts.

  generalstated research gapevidence 5/5
  Keywords: study seeks fill literature gap examining existential nihilism
• Sporcularda Manevi İyi Oluşun Akademik Başarı Üzerindeki Rolü (2026) · The Online Journal of Recreation and Sport · doi

  Future studies should examine the relationship between spiritual well-being and academic achievement in different contexts. Future studies should also explore the mechanisms by which spiritual well-being affects academic achievement. Longitudinal studies can be used to examine the relationship between spiritual well-being and academic achievement over time.

  generalfuture-work sectionevidence 4/5
  Keywords: future studies examine relationship between spiritual well-being academic

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