Abstract
We present a conceptual overview around Wellbeing (WB) and some reflections about the necessity and difficulty of measure it. We start by analyzing the WB concept from the different axis, components, and dimensions (that form part of it. Also, we include and present different theories and conceptions that have been evolving through history, from Hedonism and Eudaimonic to modern psychological WB, Self-Determination Theory, Objective list, or Desires Theories to Authentic Happiness. Based on this revision, we are going to analyzing critically some of the most influential measure indicators of WB proposed during last two decades. Two are the main conclusions of our work: one is that indicators proposed lacks of integration of multiple WB dimensions that can offer a precise idea of the multidimensionality of the concept; second, an accurate, integrate and rigorous WB concept and measurement is an essential condition for effective and fair public policy.
Highlights
The search for happiness is a human aspiration since antique
Once we have presented the most accepted definitions of well-being, subjective wellbeing, flourishing, and happiness, we are going to explain the methodology we used to carry on this work that will examine and present different axis, components, dimensions that form part of WB
Criteria for select literature were relevance, accuracy, and the most critical conceptual
Summary
The search for happiness is a human aspiration since antique. Aristotle, in his Nichomaquean ethics estated that there is a general agreement that every human considers happiness as a good to be pursued in life (Aristotle, 1999, NE, Book 1, 4). In 2019, May 30th, New Zealand's government announced a broader range of WB indicators for measuring the progress of the country (New Zealand's wellbeing Outlook, 2019) This initiative shows the increasing relevance of happiness, wellbeing, and quality of life for public policies. We have considered and accepted one of the most used definitions of WB, where wellbeing is understood as a multidimensional concept that involves many perspectives, sense, and affections (Huppert & So, 2009; Vittersø, Søholt, Hetland, Thoresen & Røysamb, 2010) It is an active and dynamic process that gives individuals a sense of how their lives are going on through the interaction between their circumstances, environments, activities, and psychological resources. A last, we will emphasize the importance of measurement and monitor WB and introduce various initiatives governments and institutions have carried on this way
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