Which of the following are considered defining characteristics of spiritual distress? (Select all that apply)

A) Feeling a sense of spiritual emptiness
B) Focusing on the development of inner self
C) Questioning the meaning of life
D) Choosing not to practice usual religious rituals
E) A state of mental uneasiness,apprehension,or dread

Spiritual Distress

A disturbance in or a challenge to a person’s belief or value system that provides strength, hope, and meaning to life.

Spiritual Emptiness

A state of feeling devoid of meaning, purpose, or spiritual connection, often leading to feelings of isolation or discontent.

Religious Rituals

Prescribed procedures or ceremonies observed within a religion or belief system, often characterized by their symbolic nature and historical traditions.