McMaster University Spirituality and Development of Emerging Adults Discussion

Below are your Module 5 Part 2 discussion questions. This week, there are two sets of questions. You only have to answer ONE of the questions (either one from set 1 or 2), but please remember to respond to the correct question.

If the first letter of your last name begins with:
A-I — Always answer question 1.

J-R — Always answer question 2.

S-Z– Always answer question 3.

SET 1: Supplemental Reading- Spirituality & PYD Study

1. What is your conceptualization of spirituality? Reflect on how you came up with this notion of what it means to be spiritual.

2. List some of the influential factors that shaped your notion(s) of spirituality. For each, explain how that factor helped shape your notion of spirituality.

3. Do you think spirituality is related to the positive development of emerging adults? Provide some examples to support your claims.

OR (don’t do both)

SET 2: Supplemental Reading- Differences in Conceptions of Spirituality

1. What are some conceptions of spirituality that differ from your own conception of spirituality? Do you believe they are acceptable conceptions of spirituality? Explain why or why not.

2. Reflect on the first time when your notion of spirituality was challenged. Explain the situation and reflect on how, if it affected, your notion of spirituality.

3. How do you think spirituality develops over time for most youth? When does it develop? Also, explain some of the factors/situations that can affect how spirituality develops over time.