Higher Levels Of Life Satisfaction Research Articles

Attachment in Young Adults and Life Satisfaction at Age 30: A Birth Cohort Study

Abstract Background Satisfying close relationships are associated with higher levels of life satisfaction throughout the life course. Despite the fundamental role of attachment style in close relationships, few studies have longitudinally examined the association between attachment style in young adults with later life satisfaction. Method Data from 2,088 participants in a longitudinal birth cohort study were examined. At 21-years, participants completed the Attachment Style Questionnaire which comprises five domains reflective of internal working models of interpersonal relationships and attachment style: confidence (security), discomfort with closeness and relationships as secondary (avoidance), need for approval and preoccupation with relationships (anxiety). At 30-years, participants self-reported their overall life satisfaction. Linear regression was used to longitudinally examine the association between attachment domains at 21-years and life satisfaction at age 30. Results After adjustments, confidence was positively associated with life satisfaction (β = 0.41, 95% CI 0.25–0.56, p < 0.001), while need for approval was negatively associated with life satisfaction (β = -0.17, 95% CI -0.30 – -0.04, p < 0.001). Low income at 21, caring for a child by age 21, and leaving the parental home at 16-years or under were negatively associated with life satisfaction at 30-years. Conclusion Young adult attachment style is associated with later life satisfaction, particularly through confidence in self and others. Promoting positive internal working models of interpersonal relationships and fostering greater confidence in self and others in adolescence may be an effective strategy for improving life satisfaction later in life.

The Impact of Academic Life Satisfaction on Achievement Motivation of School-Going Adolescents of South 24 Parganas District

This study aims to ascertain the impact of academic life satisfaction on the development of achievement motivation of school-going adolescents. The research employs a descriptive survey method within a correlational research design. Data is collected through the Deo-Mohan (1985) Achievement Motivation Scale and the Multidimensional Student’s Life Satisfaction Scale (Huebner, 1994). The sample consists of 576 Bengali-speaking adolescents aged 14-16 years studying in classes IX and X from South 24 Parganas District. The findings reveal significant correlations between academic achievement motivation and multidimensional students’ academic life satisfaction. Adolescents with very high levels of achievement motivation also report very high levels of multidimensional life satisfaction in the case of family, friends, school, and living environment facets, except for academic self-satisfaction, which was at a high level. Adolescents with above-average levels of achievement motivation have very high levels of satisfaction with family and school and high levels of life satisfaction with friends, living environment, and self-satisfaction. Average motivated students have quality life experiences with their family, friends, school, and living environment. However, their achievement motivation was only average due to low academic self-satisfaction. Below-average motivated adolescents exhibit learned helplessness and report low levels of multidimensional life satisfaction.

Exploring a definition of healthy longevity in Chinese population based on Delphi method

Objective: To explore a definition of healthy longevity in the Chinese population based on the Delphi method. Methods: Through a comprehensive literature review and expert consultation, the dimensions in the definition of healthy longevity were identified, and a preliminary list of questions was created. Experts in clinical medicine, public health, basic research, and the elderly care service industry, who had been working in the field of geriatric health for at least 5 years, were invited to participate in the Delphi survey from August to December 2022. The survey questionnaires were administered via email in two rounds, and experts were asked to select the optimal options from the provided questions. The active coefficients were expressed by the response rate, and a consensus was reached when the largest number of experts agreed for single-choice questions and more than 70% agreed for multiple-choice questions. Results: In the two rounds, the active coefficients were 96.00% (24/25) and 79.17% (19/24), respectively, and a consensus was finally reached on nine items, including age, physical health, common metabolic indicators, mental health, cognitive function, functional ability, social activity, self-rated health, and subjective well-being. Following discussions among the research team and experts, a final definition of healthy longevity was determined. Healthy longevity could refer to a state of good physical, psychological, cognitive function and social adaptation, as well as subjective well-being, in individuals aged 90 and above. Specifically, individuals with healthy longevity should be free from diseases associated with high disability rates and mortality, such as stroke, cancer, and Parkinson's disease. They should also maintain reasonable levels of common non-communicable disease indicators, such as blood pressure and blood glucose, and exhibit favorable mental health and cognitive function using validated measurement tools. In addition, individuals with healthy longevity should engage in social interactions with friends and relatives, care for family members, and go out to do things. Meanwhile, with the ability to complete the visual and hearing functions of daily life and communication, and the ability to complete basic activities such as walking, eating, bathing, toileting, dressing, continence of urination, and bowel movement independently, they could rate themselves to be in good health and experience a relatively high level of life satisfaction. Conclusion: A definition of healthy longevity in the Chinese population is established through the two-round Delphi consultation.

Effect of an Optimistic Approach on Individual Life Satisfaction

The study explores the impact of an optimistic approach on an individual’s life satisfaction. The study aims to understand the relationships between variables and determine whether they align with previous research findings showing that an optimistic approach benefits greater life satisfaction. The study was conducted in Pakistan. Two hundred participants were taken through purposive sampling, belonging to different socio-economic backgrounds. They were administered The Life Orientation Test (LOT) and Satisfaction with Life Scale (SWLS). To establish inter-item consistency, Cronbach alpha value was found for LOT as (α = .69-.72) and for SWLS as (α = .83-.92). Results showed a positive & relatively strong correlation (r=.473, n=200, p=.000) between the two variables through Pearson correlation test. Further, Regression was applied, resulting in a highly significant relationship f (1, 98) = p<0.05, R2=.552. Despite low optimism scores, a high level of life satisfaction was determined, and when optimism increases by 1 point, the life satisfaction score increases by 2,141 points. Based on the results of the study, the influence of optimism on life satisfaction in the context of Pakistan is discussed.

Burnout and Life Satisfaction among Healthcare Workers Related to the COVID-19 Pandemic (Silesia, Poland).

The phenomenon of burnout among healthcare workers during the COVID-19 pandemic is a widespread problem with several negative consequences for the healthcare system. The many stressors of the pandemic have led to an increased development of anxiety and depressive disorders in many healthcare workers. In addition, some manifested symptoms of the so-called postpandemic stress syndrome and the emergence of occupational burnout syndrome, commonly referred to as "COVID-19 burnout." The aim of this study was to assess the burnout and life satisfaction of healthcare workers during the COVID-19 pandemic. The study was conducted in 2020-2022 among medical staff working in hospitals in Silesia, Poland. The instruments used to assess life satisfaction and burnout were the Satisfaction with Life Scale (SWLS) and the Maslach Burnout Inventory (MBI), which assesses three dimensions: emotional exhaustion (EE), depersonalisation (DEP), and sense of reduced professional accomplishment (SRPA). The study group included 900 participants. There were 300 physicians (mean age 38 ± 7 years), 300 nurses (mean age 35 ± 6 years), and 300 paramedics (mean age 31 ± 5 years). Life satisfaction as measured by the SWLS was lowest among nurses and paramedics in 2021 and among doctors in 2022. Male respondents and those with fewer years of work had higher levels of life satisfaction. People with more years of work had higher scores in EE and DEP and lower scores in SRPA (p = 0.001). We found a negative correlation between life satisfaction and EE (p = 0.001), DEP (p = 0.001), and SRPA (p = 0.002). The results highlight the need for further research into the causes of burnout among medical professionals and the need for effective interventions to promote well-being and prevent burnout in this group.

The Impact of Life Satisfaction on Gratitude Among Young Adults

This research investigates the relationship between life satisfaction and gratitude among young adults in the Delhi/NCR region. A sample size of 100 participants aged between 18 to 25 years was selected for the study. The study employed the 6G-Q Gratitude scale developed by McCullough, M. E., Emmons, R. A., & Tsang, J., and the Life Satisfaction scale by Diener, Emmons, Larsen, and Griffin to measure gratitude and life satisfaction, respectively. The results of the study revealed a significant correlation between life satisfaction and gratitude among young adults. The findings suggest that higher levels of life satisfaction are associated with greater expressions of gratitude. This study contributes to the understanding of the factors influencing gratitude among young adults, emphasizing the importance of fostering life satisfaction for cultivating a grateful disposition. These findings underscore the potential benefits of interventions targeting life satisfaction to enhance gratitude among young adults

Satisfaction with Life and Health Behaviours in Pre-Seniors and Seniors: A Cross-Sectional Cohort Study

Background: Satisfaction with life is considered the best indicator of the quality of life of older people and is commonly used as an indicator of adaptation and successful aging. The objective of this study is to evaluate the quality of life and health among pre-seniors and seniors in Płock, Poland, focusing specifically on the interplay between life satisfaction and health outcomes. Methods: The study encompassed a total of 2040 individuals, categorized as pre-seniors and seniors. A diagnostic survey method was employed, utilizing a questionnaire that gathered sociodemographic data and incorporated two standardized psychometric scales: the Satisfaction with Life Scale (SWLS) and the Health Behaviours Inventory (HBI). Results: A majority of respondents demonstrated high levels of life satisfaction, with 1272 people (62.4%) scoring in the high range. In contrast, a smaller group, consisting of 299 respondents (14.7%), reported low satisfaction levels. Notably, men exhibited higher life satisfaction than women (p < 0.001). Additionally, a statistically significant but low correlation was found between the age of respondents and various aspects of the health behaviour index. This includes preventive behaviours (p < 0.001, r = 0.105), health practices (p < 0.001, r = 0.243), proper eating habits (p = 0.004, r = 0.063), and a positive mental attitude (p < 0.001, r = 0.098). These findings underline the complex interplay between age, life satisfaction, and health behaviours among the senior population. Conclusions: High life satisfaction and average to high levels of health behaviours were observed in our study, varying with gender and age. Individuals aged 61–75 reported the highest life satisfaction, whereas those aged 76–90 exhibited the most robust health behaviours. These results underscore the need for age- and gender-specific health policies and programs supporting sustainable aging, aligning with the Sustainable Development Goals. Further national research is essential to comprehensively explore these trends and support global well-being initiatives for aging populations.

THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN FAMILY STRESS AND LIFE SATISFACTION AMONG UNIVERSITY STUDENTS - A FIELD STUDY AT THE UNIVERSITY POLE TAMDA - UNIVERSITY OF TIZI OUZOU - ALGERIA –

The current study aims to explore the relationship between family stress and the ability to cope with them, and life satisfaction among university students. It also seeks to understanding the differences between students with low and high life satisfaction in terms of exposure to family stress and their ability to cope with it. To test the hypotheses of this study, the researchers used the Family Stress Scale by Amani Abdel-Maksoud and Tahani Othman (2007), adapted to the Algerian context by the researcher (2012), as well as the "Life Satisfaction" scale by researcher Magdy Mohamed Desouki (2008). The study was conducted on 300 university students. The results of the study revealed a inverse relationship between family stress and life satisfaction. Additionally, there was a positive relationship between the ability to cope with family stress and life satisfaction among university students. The study also found statistically significant differences between students with low and high levels of life satisfaction in terms of family stress, favoring those with low life satisfaction. Similarly, there were statistically significant differences between students with low and high levels of life satisfaction in terms of coping strategies, favoring those with high life satisfaction

Impact of Social Media Use on the Life Satisfaction of Adolescents in South Korea Through Social Support and Social Capital

This study investigated how social media use among South Korean adolescents influences life satisfaction, using two-wave panel survey data. Specifically, this study examined the mediating mechanism by which adolescents’ social media use is associated with their life satisfaction through social support and social capital. The results demonstrated that social support and social capital mediate the relationship between social media use and life satisfaction. Social media use is positively related to social support, and social support has a positive relationship with a higher level of social capital which, in turn, is related to a higher level of life satisfaction. This study improves our understanding of the relationship between social media use and adolescents’ life satisfaction and presents significant implications for those attempting to help such individuals promote their life satisfaction and mental health.

Social microclimates and well-being.

Emotional well-being has a known relationship with a person's direct social ties, including friendships; but do ambient social and emotional features of the local community also play a role? This work takes advantage of university students' assignment to different local networks-or "social microclimates"-to probe this question. Using Least Absolute Shrinkage and Selection Operator (LASSO) regression, we quantify the collective impact of individual, social network, and microclimate factors on the emotional well-being of a cohort of first-year college students. Results indicate that well-being tracks individual factors but also myriad social and microclimate factors, reflecting one's peers and social surroundings. Students who belonged to emotionally stable and tight-knit microclimates (i.e., had emotionally stable friends or resided in densely connected residence halls) reported lower levels of psychological distress and higher levels of life satisfaction, even when controlling for factors such as personality and social network size. Although rarely discussed or acknowledged in the policies that create them, social microclimates are consequential to well-being, especially during life transitions. The effects of microclimate factors are small relative to some individual factors; however, they explain unique variance in well-being that is not directly captured by emotional stability or other individual factors. These findings are novel, but preliminary, and should be replicated in new samples and contexts. (PsycInfo Database Record (c) 2024 APA, all rights reserved).

청년여성의 출산·육아서비스만족도와 지역생활만족도가 삶의 만족도에 미치는 영향

The purpose of this study is to examine the moderated mediating effect of perception of social safety and the mediating effect of satisfaction with community life on the relationship between satisfaction with childbirth·childcare social service and life satisfaction among young women. To do this, this study used the 2022 Gangwon provincial social survey data conducted by Gangwon provincial office. The sample consisted of 296 young women(20s-30s), and the data were analyzed using SPSS 21.0 and PROCESS Macro 4.2(Model 4 and Model 14). The main results of this study are as follows: First, this study found that a higher level of satisfaction with childbirth·childcare social service was associated with a higher level of life satisfaction among young women. Second, a fully mediating effect of satisfaction with community life was found on the relationship between satisfaction with childbirth·childcare social service and life satisfaction among young women. Third, the mediating effect of satisfaction with community life on the relationship between satisfaction with childbirth·childcare social service and life satisfaction was moderated by perception of social safety. Based on those study results, this study discussed practical and policy implications for enhancing life satisfaction among young women.

Clinical differences between outpatients with and without internet addiction and emotional disorders: a prospective naturalistic outcome study.

as internet use becomes increasingly ingrained in contemporary society, internet addiction (IA) has emerged as a global public health concern. There is ongoing debate regarding whether IA represents a distinct psychological disorder or a secondary manifestation of other existing disorders. This study aimed to examine the pathological relationship between IA and emotional disorders (ED). this study compared pre-treatment characteristics and treatment process of three groups of patients (N=1292) in a naturalistic treatment setting: IA only, ED only, and comorbidity of IA and ED. the IA only group differed from the other groups by reporting the highest levels of life satisfaction, adaptive emotion regulation, as well as risk behavior urges at intake. In addition, the IA only group displayed the lowest level of depressive and anxiety symptoms throughout the treatment. our findings contribute to a better understanding of the discreteness of IA as a potential psychological disorder and inform more effective treatment strategies for IA and its comorbid conditions.

Analysing the Life Satisfaction of Risk-averse and Risk-loving Investors in South Africa

Financial well-being is normally referred to as a person’s contentment with their financial situation. The level of life satisfaction among investors may vary depending on factors such as their risk tolerance and demographics. Demographic variables such as age and gender may influence an investor’s life satisfaction, which, in turn, could influence their financial decisions. Furthermore, an investor’s willingness to take risks can also affect financial decisions, ultimately influencing their life satisfaction. The objective of this paper is to identify and determine the influence of demographics and risk tolerance levels on individual investor life satisfaction. Secondary data were obtained in the private domain from an investment company that collected 1 059 from its client base. The results of this research paper indicated that there is a significant difference between the satisfaction of life of risk-averse and risk-loving investors. Risk-averse investors showed a negative relationship with life satisfaction, while risk-loving investors showed a positive relationship. This meant that the more risk-averse investors were, the lower the life satisfaction, indicating that high life satisfaction was accompanied by high risk. A significant difference was also found between life satisfaction and age and gender. Male investors were more satisfied with their lives than female investors. Older investors experienced higher levels of life satisfaction compared to investors in other age groups. As a result, these findings will make a considerable contribution to the way financial managers create investment portfolios for their clients.

Association between participation in adult education and subjective wellbeing among older adults: the mediating roles of social isolation and digital isolation and the moderating roles of educational level

ABSTRACT Participation in adult education is a crucial component of the active aging framework. However, there have been limited studies exploring the association between participation in adult education and subjective wellbeing among older adults. Furthermore, the underlying mediating and moderating mechanisms in this association have not been extensively investigated. This study aims to explore the mediating roles of physical and digital isolation, as well as the moderating roles of educational level. A sample of 7,602 older adults (M = 70.97, SD = 7.13) was drawn from the 2018 wave of the China Longitudinal Aging Social Survey. Structural equation modeling was employed to test the mediating and moderating roles. The results revealed that participation in adult education is positively associated with higher levels of life satisfaction and lower levels of loneliness among older adults. Both physical isolation and digital isolation play mediating roles in these associations. Moreover, educational level moderates the association between participation in adult education and older adults’ life satisfaction and loneliness. The linkages are significant for older adults with lower levels of education, but not significant for those with higher levels of education. These findings contribute to current knowledge and offer practical implications for improving older adults’ subjective wellbeing through participation in adult education.

Children-related factors associated with life satisfaction of urban older adults living alone in China.

The aim of this study is to investigate the association between the number of children, their gender structure, and the gender of children by birth order with the life satisfaction of urban older adults living alone (UOALA) in five Chinese cities. Traditional reproductive views suggest that having more children, especially sons, is associated with higher life satisfaction for older adults. This study utilized a cross-sectional design and included a sample of 2,801 UOALA from five Chinese cities. The life satisfaction of participants was measured using standardized questionnaires. To analyze the data, both OLS and OLogit methods were employed. Empirical research shows that the number of children has a positive association with life satisfaction of UOALA, which is greater in male older adults than in female ones. The increase in the number of daughters is significantly associated with higher life satisfaction. In terms of gender structure, UOALA with multiple children, including both sons and daughters, tend to have a higher level of life satisfaction, which partly validates the cohort reproductive preference. In terms of gender of children by birth order, UOALA whose first child is a daughter have higher life satisfaction, which is more pronounced among male UOALA, while the association of gender of children by birth order on female UOALA is relatively weak. This study contributes to the understanding of the factors associated with the life satisfaction of UOALA in China. The findings suggest that having more children, particularly daughters, and a balanced gender structure of children is associated with higher levels of life satisfaction. The study suggests the need for targeted social support for UOALA with varying family structures.

Social and Economic Indicators of Psychological Symptoms and Life Satisfaction Among Dutch and Hong Kong Adolescents: A Cross-National HBSC Study

Adolescent mental health and life satisfaction are grounded in social and economic factors. However, studies investigating these relations across European and Asian contexts, using identical questionnaires, are scarce. The 2017/18 Health Behaviour of School-aged Children (HBSC) study conducted with 4,168 Dutch adolescents ( Mage 13.0 years) and 1,948 Hong Kong adolescents ( Mage 13.1 years) aged 11, 13, and 15 reported on family status and affluence, school experiences, relations with parents and friends, psychological symptoms (irritability/bad temper, feeling low or nervous, difficulty sleeping), and life satisfaction. Dutch boys had the lowest number of psychological symptoms. Dutch girls and Hong Kong girls and boys reported significantly more symptoms. Dutch boys had the highest level of life satisfaction, followed by Dutch girls and, subsequently, Hong Kong girls and boys. In the Netherlands and Hong Kong, communicative and supportive relationships with parents, low school pressure, school liking, and helpful fellow students related to less psychological symptoms and higher life satisfaction. In addition, family affluence further enhanced life satisfaction. It is concluded that cultural and gender differences may permeate the structuring of adolescent relations with parents, teachers, and peers but that an identical set of social and economic determinants affect adolescent girls’ and boys’ symptoms and satisfaction in a highly similar fashion in the Netherlands and Hong Kong.

Physical activity participation, use and cost of recreation facilities on life satisfaction: evidence from Engage Nova Scotia

ABSTRACT This paper examines the relationship between physical activity participation, use of recreation facilities, and perceived accessibility to recreation facilities and levels of life satisfaction. We use a unique provincial survey established in collaboration with the Canadian Index of Wellbeing (CIW) to study the changes on levels of life satisfaction across Nova Scotians. The results from our empirical analysis show that individuals who engage in individual sports report higher levels of life satisfaction. In examining the effect of recreation and cultural facilities, we find levels of life satisfaction to increase with higher use of outdoor sports facilities. Additionally, our results demonstrate that the ease of accessing facilities and the convenience of having local parks are both positively significant factors affecting life satisfaction. Furthermore, if individuals view costs to be prohibitive in accessing facilities, we find that this negatively affects individuals’ life satisfaction levels.

High life satisfaction reported among small-scale societies with low incomes

Global polls have shown that people in high-income countries generally report being more satisfied with their lives than people in low-income countries. The persistence of this correlation, and its similarity to correlations between income and life satisfaction within countries, could lead to the impression that high levels of life satisfaction can only be achieved in wealthy societies. However, global polls have typically overlooked small-scale, nonindustrialized societies, which can provide an alternative test of the consistency of this relationship. Here, we present results from a survey of 2,966 members of Indigenous Peoples and local communities among 19 globally distributed sites. We find that high average levels of life satisfaction, comparable to those of wealthy countries, are reported for numerous populations that have very low monetary incomes. Our results are consistent with the notion that human societies can support very satisfying lives for their members without necessarily requiring high degrees of monetary wealth.

Life satisfaction and ideal cardiovascular health score: A cross-sectional study from ELSA-Brasil.

To investigate whether higher levels of life satisfaction are associated with a higher ideal cardiovascular health (CVH) score in middle-aged and older populations in the Brazilian context. Cross-sectional analysis of 12,936 participants of the Brazilian Longitudinal Study of Adult Health, Visit 2 (2012-2014), aged 38-79 years. The response variables were the global, lifestyle, and biological ideal CVH scores, as defined by the American Heart Association Life's Simple 7. The scores were categorized as low, intermediate, and optimal. Life satisfaction was measured by the Satisfaction with the Life Scale. Multinomial logistic regression was used to estimate the magnitude with adjustment for potential confounding factors. Low scores were the categories of reference for the analyses. Only 10.5% of the participants had an optimal (≥5) global ideal CVH score. After total adjustment, 1 SD increment in the life satisfaction score was associated with an odds ratio (OR) of 1.05 (95% confidence interval [CI: 1.01-1.09]) and 1.15 (95% CI [1.07-1.23]) for intermediate and optimal global ideal CVH scores, respectively. Regarding the lifestyle ideal CVH score, the increment of 1 SD in the life satisfaction scale determined an OR of 1.11 (95% CI [1.06-1.15]) and 1.22 (95% CI [1.14-1.31]) for intermediate and optimal lifestyle ideal CVH score, respectively. Life satisfaction was not associated with the biological ideal CVH score. The results suggested that the higher the life satisfaction, the higher the CVH. The findings add to the knowledge of assets to promote CVH. (PsycInfo Database Record (c) 2024 APA, all rights reserved).

Structural stigma, gender-affirming interventions, and identity concealment as determinants of depression and life satisfaction among trans adults in 28 European countries

Background Although medical gender-affirming interventions (GAIs) are vital for most transgender individuals, previous evidence regarding their impacts on psychological well-being is mixed. While some studies reported improvements, others failed to find such effects. Using a large-scale dataset of trans adults from 28 European countries, we aimed to understand how structural stigma and identity concealment might explain this inconsistency. Method 15,845 trans adults who participated in the EU-LGBTI-II survey, including measures of gender-affirming interventions, identity concealment, and life satisfaction and depression, were included in the analyses. Structural stigma was measured as the discriminatory laws, social policies, and public attitudes. The data was analyzed with multilevel moderated mediation analyses. Results Results demonstrated that structural stigma was associated with lower levels of undergoing GAIs. Also, GAIs were indirectly associated with higher levels of life satisfaction and lower levels of depression through increased identity concealment. Structural stigma moderated this association such that these indirect effects were amplified for trans adults living in countries with lower structural stigma. Conclusions Results suggest that identity concealment might protect the mental health of trans adults undergoing GAIs, especially in low-stigma contexts, via increased identity concealment. Thus, policies and interventions targeting discriminatory legislation and negative societal attitudes should be implemented to promote access to GAIs and to improve the well-being of transgender individuals, and trans individuals should be supported in their identity management processes.