Qualitative Study of Spirituality and Resilience from the Perspective of Iranian Immigrant Women in Melbourne (Australia)

The aim of the current study was to qualitatively investigate spirituality and resilience from the perspective of a group of Iranian immigrant women in Melbourne (Australia).
The study was performed using qualitative ethnographic research method. Thus, the target population was observed for 2.5 years and took part in semi-structured in-depth interviews and informal conversations.
The results showed that the majority of participants experienced high resilience and the spirituality/religiosity was one of the most effective factors in adapting to existing situation. Also, the experience of resilience and spirituality had led to a feeling of psychological health.
According to the obtained results, spirituality/religiosity not only can create a framework for finding meaning in pain, and dealing with crisis but also can enhance the individual’s psychological health.