Table 7. Frequencies and Percentages for Self- Reported SIBS Questionnaire (N=115).
Answers reflect Agree or Strongly Agree scores only Frequency Percentage
except for questions that are reverse score negatively
worded items. These items were scored disagree or
strongly agree.
(1) I set aside time for meditation and/or self- 51 44.3
 reflection.
(2) I can find meaning in times of hardship. 67 58.3
(3) A person can be fulfilled without pursuing active 43 37.4
 spiritual life. (disagree/strongly disagree)
(4) I find serenity by accepting things as they are. 53 45.0
(5) Some experiences can be understood only through 64 55.6
 one's spiritual beliefs
(6) I do not believe in an afterlife. 70 60.9
 (disagree/strongly disagree)
(7) A spiritual force influences the events in my life. 70 60.9
(8) I have a relationship with someone I can turn to 69 60
 for spiritual guidance.
(9) Prayers do not really change what happens. 79 68.7
 (disagree/strongly disagree)
(10) Participating in spiritual activities helps me 70 60.9
 forgive other people.
(11) I find inner peace when I am in harmony with 68 59.2
 nature.
(12) Everything happens for a greater purpose 70 60.9
(13) I use contemplation to get in touch with my true 43 37.4
 self.
(14) My spiritual life fulfills me in ways that material 62 53.9
 possessions do not. (This question is missed by 25
 or 21.7% do to its position in the questionnaire)
(15) I rarely feel connected to something greater than 62 53.9
 myself. (disagree/strongly disagree)
(16) In times of despair, I can find little reason to hope. 80 69.6
 (disagree/strongly disagree)
(17) When I am sick, I would like others to pray for 89 77.4
 me.