Individual Life Satisfaction Research Articles

The relationship between life satisfaction and nostalgia: Perceived social support and meaning in life chain mediation

Much of the previous research has used experimental studies to explore the positive predictive effect of nostalgia on life satisfaction. However, the possible mediating effects involved remain unclear. To analyze the chain mediating mechanism between perceived social support and meaning in life in the relationship between nostalgia and life satisfaction and to improve the positive application of nostalgia to life satisfaction to ensure the physical and mental health of individuals, this study adopted the method of questionnaire survey, applied the Southampton Nostalgia scale, Perceived Social Support scale, Meaning in Life Scale and Life Satisfaction Scale. This study conducted a horizontal survey on 452 subjects recruited online from Gansu Province, Guangdong Province, Qinghai Province, and other places in China. The results showed that (1) there was a significant positive correlation between nostalgia and perceived social support, presence of meaning in life, searching for meaning in life, and life satisfaction. (2) Perceived social support and meaning in life play a chain mediating role in the relationship between nostalgia and life satisfaction. (3) Perceived social support and different dimensions of meaning in life are different in the relationship between nostalgia and life satisfaction. The findings contribute to understanding the chain-mediated mechanism between life satisfaction and nostalgia and provide recommendations for psychological service providers to apply nostalgia to enhance individual life satisfaction.

How does destination natural quality influence second homeowners’ life satisfaction: a mediation model and importance-performance map analysis

ABSTRACT This study examines the effects of destination natural quality, place attachment, and destination psychological ownership on the life satisfaction of individuals having a second home in a tourist destination. Survey data were collected from 304 second homeowners and analyzed using PLS-SEM and Importance Performance Map Analysis (IPMA). PLS-SEM results revealed that perceived destination natural quality positively influences second homeowners’ place attachment, and place attachment enhances destination psychological ownership. Place attachment and destination psychological ownership increase second homeowners’ life satisfaction, and destination psychological ownership mediates the relationship between place attachment and life satisfaction. IPMA results also proved that place attachment is of great importance and has high performance over life satisfaction. Destination natural quality has a lower level of importance yet a slightly higher performance over life satisfaction compared to place attachment. However, destination psychological ownership performs lower importance and performance than place attachment and destination natural quality.

How does fear of Covid-19 affect the life satisfaction of married individuals in Türkiye? The role of work-family life conflict as mediator

How does fear of Covid-19 affect the life satisfaction of married individuals in Türkiye? The role of work-family life conflict as mediator

Household health expenditure does not improve people's subjective well-being in China.

Household health expenditure plays a crucial role in the daily spending of individuals. Meanwhile, the attention of the public to subjective well-being (SWB) is constantly increasing in China. Household health expenditure could reduce real family income, harming personal SWB. However, the aim of household health expenditure is to improve the physical condition of an individual, and improvements in individual health could enhance personal SWB. Therefore, the effect of household health expenditure on personal SWB is uncertain; hence, it is essential to assess the effects of household health expenditure on the SWB of Chinese residents. The Chinese family panel studies database from 2016 to 2020 was applied in this study. A fixed effects model was used to examine the impact of household medical and health protection expenses on personal SWB. Fixed effects instrumental variable regression and propensity score matching were then used to conduct robustness testing. On the basis of a fixed effects model, it was found that household medical and health protection expenditure did not improve the happiness and life satisfaction of individuals; rather, household health protection expenditure could significantly reduce personal happiness. Fixed effects instrumental variable regression and propensity score matching analysis supported these results. Household health protection expenditure had a greater negative impact on the happiness and life satisfaction of females compared with males. Household health expenditure does not improve the SWB of individuals in China; this has certain significance for the formulation of relevant policies.

The mediating effect of life satisfaction between daily living abilities and depressive symptoms in the Chinese older people: evidence from CHARLS 2020.

Depressive symptoms represent a significant public health challenge, impacting the mental well-being of older adults. Despite this, the understanding of how activities of daily living (ADL) abilities correlate with life satisfaction and depressive symptoms among older Chinese adults remains limited. This study aims to investigate the relationship between ADL and depressive symptoms in older people Chinese individuals, with a specific focus on examining the mediating role of life satisfaction within this context. The study utilized data from the China Health and Retirement Longitudinal Study (CHARLS) collected in 2020. A cohort of 8,343 individuals aged 60 years and above was included. The analysis was conducted using STATA 17.0 and SPSS 26.0, employing descriptive statistics, chi-square tests, Pearson correlations, and mediation analysis using the percentile Bootstrap method with 5,000 resamples to explore the interrelations among ADL, life satisfaction, and depressive symptoms. ADL is positively correlated with life satisfaction (r = 0.129, p < 0.01) and negatively correlated with depressive symptoms (r = -0.313, p < 0.01). Additionally, life satisfaction and depressive symptoms are negatively correlated with each other (r = -0.360, p < 0.01). In the model of the mediating effect, ADL directly, significantly and negatively predicts depressive symptoms in the Chinese older people (β = -0.193, t = -17.827, p < 0.001). After incorporating life satisfaction into the regression equation, the direct predictive effect of ADL on depressive symptoms remains significant (β = -0.177, t = -17.099, p < 0.001); furthermore, ADL has a significant positive predictive effect on life satisfaction (β = 0.007, t = 4.959, p < 0.001) and life satisfaction significantly negatively predicts depressive symptoms (β = -2.235, t = -27.799, p < 0.001). Furthermore, the direct effect of ADL on depressive symptoms (-0.177) and its mediating effect (-0.016) account for 91.71% and 8.29% of the total effect (-0.193), respectively. ADL is inversely associated with the risk of depressive symptoms among older people Chinese individuals, with life satisfaction serving as a significant mediator in this relationship. Interventions aimed at improving life satisfaction in older people individuals with ADL impairments may effectively reduce or prevent the onset of depressive symptoms.

장애노인의 연령대별 자존감과 삶의 만족의 상호인과적 관계

Objectives: This study aimed to examine the reciprocal causal relationship between self-esteem and life satisfaction among elderly with disabilities aged 60 and above, as well as to investigate the age-related differences in the latent means of self-esteem and life satisfaction.&#x0D; Method: Using data from the 16th (2021) and 17th (2022) waves of the Korean Welfare Panel Study, the data of 841 disabled elderly who took part in both surveys were analyzed for self-esteem and life satisfaction, and the latent mean of each age group was compared. To explore the reciprocal causal relationship between self-esteem and life satisfaction among elderly individuals with disabilities by age group, an autoregressive cross-lagged structural equation model was analyzed. &#x0D; Results: First, a reciprocal causal relationship was observed between the self-esteem and life satisfaction of disabled elderly individuals. Second, there were no significant differences in the reciprocal causal relationship between self-esteem and life satisfaction among disabled individuals across different age groups. Third, there were no significant differences in the latent means of self-esteem and life satisfaction among different age groups of disabled elderly.&#x0D; Conclusion: Based on the results of this study, suggestions aimed at enhancing the self-esteem and life satisfaction of elderly with disabilities are made.

Unveiling the Link between Perceived Social Support and Psychological Well-being: A Study on Satisfaction with Life among Cardiovascular Patients

Cardiovascular diseases affecting the heart and blood vessels are the primary global cause of mortality (McNamara et al., 2019). The current investigation explored the relationships between perceived social support, psychological well-being, and life satisfaction in individuals diagnosed with cardiovascular disease. In a recent study conducted in Sialkot, Pakistan, 100 individuals diagnosed with cardiovascular disease (CVD) were purposively sampled. The evaluation utilized custom demographic questionnaires and standardized tools, including the Multidimensional Scale of Perceived Social Support, Ryff 42-item Psychological Well-being Scale, and Satisfaction with Life Scale. Data analysis employed descriptive and inferential statistics, encompassing normality tests, correlation coefficients, T-tests, and regression analysis to examine the relationships among variables. The study uncovered a compelling association, indicating a notably strong positive correlation (r = .51, p &lt; 0.01) between perceived social support and psychological well-being, suggesting that increased social support may contribute to improved mental wellness. Additionally, the investigation revealed another significant finding, highlighting a robust positive correlation (r = .60, p &lt; 0.01) between perceived social support and life satisfaction, emphasizing the positive impact of social support on overall life contentment. Individuals diagnosed with cardiovascular disease (CVD) and strong perceived social support generally exhibit positive psychological well-being and increased life satisfaction.

Readiness to Face Death in Elderly in Nursing Homes, Indonesia

This qualitative research employs a phenomenological approach to investigate the readiness of elderly individuals to confront death. The study focuses on five elderly, aged 65 and above, residing in an elderly orphanage in Central Java, Indonesia. Data collection involved in-depth interviews guided by considerations of spiritual, social, psychological, and physical aspects. The analysis reveals multifaceted dimensions of psychological readiness among these elderly residents. The informants emphasize the importance of acknowledging the inevitability of death as a fundamental aspect of their life journey, providing them with a unique perspective on mortality. They find meaning in their lives, fostering a sense of fulfillment and completeness, and contemplate the possibility of an afterlife, which offers comfort and solace. Importantly, they express a remarkable lack of fear when facing death, demonstrating a profound acceptance and equanimity. Religious and spiritual practices, particularly worship, play a pivotal role in providing comfort and tranquility. This study's findings align with previous research and highlight the significance of life satisfaction, spirituality, and social connections in shaping elderly individuals' readiness to confront death. Additionally, physical well-being is recognized as a vital component of overall happiness in the context of aging. These insights shed light on the complex interplay of beliefs, meaning, and acceptance that contribute to the psychological readiness of elderly individuals to face the certainty of death. Keywords: Elderly, Death Readiness, Psychological Resilience

EPH109 Predictors of Individual General Life Satisfaction in the German General Social Survey (ALLBUS) Cohorts from 2010 to 2021

EPH109 Predictors of Individual General Life Satisfaction in the German General Social Survey (ALLBUS) Cohorts from 2010 to 2021

Well-being foundations of populism in Europe

Models of retrospective voting assume that voters’ preferences and choices depend on their subjective well-being, and thus, the belief that a particular candidate if elected, shall implement policies to improve it. We use this framework to address the populist phenomenon in Europe over the last 20 years. We find an inverse relationship between individual life satisfaction and self-reported support for populist parties (i.e., party identification). We further explore that relationship and identify political trust as one mechanism through which changes in life satisfaction affect the probability of supporting a populist party, especially, if positioned at the radical right or left.

The effect of exercise and education combination via telerehabilitation in patients with chronic neck pain: A randomized controlled trial

BackgroundA limited number of studies have investigated the effect of telerehabilitation in individuals with chronic neck pain (CNP). ObjectiveThe study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of holistic exercise and education combination via telerehabilitation on pain, disability, kinesiophobia, exercise adherence, quality of life and patient satisfaction in individuals with CNP. MethodsA two-armed, randomized controlled study was conducted with 40 participants with CNP. Patients were randomized into two groups: Telerehabilitation (TR) (n = 20) and Standard Rehabilitation (SR) (n = 20). The TR group was provided with exercise and education videos online. The same protocol was given to the SR group in the clinical setting. Patients were evaluated at baseline and after eight weeks of intervention. Satisfaction and usability levels of the TR group were assessed at week 8. ResultsTR group demonstrated better improvement in function, quality of life (including bodily pain, general health, social function), kinesiophobia and exercise adherence. The TR group was not superior to the SR group in pain and other quality-of-life subscores. A vast majority of the TR group had high satisfaction and usability. ConclusionComprehensive rehabilitation via TR increases satisfaction and participation in patients with CNP. Besides, TR provides more positive effects on function and kinesiophobia. Further studies should focus on the impact of telerehabilitation on pain and quality of life in CNP with a long-term follow-up.

Tekerlekli Sandalye Basketbol Oyuncularının Yaşam Dengesi Üzerine Bir İnceleme

Introduction: Participation in sports and recreational occupations has an important role in the well-being and life satisfaction of individuals. This study was planned in order to evaluate the life balance, which is closely related to the life satisfaction of athletes with physical disabilities. Material and method: The ages of the 12 participants participating in the study ranged from 19 to 47.Sociodemographic Data Form, Activity Wheel and Life Balance Inventory were used as assessment tools. Participants were evaluated their routine satisfaction. Descriptive data were analyzed and qualitative data were presented visually. Results: Participations have a very balanced lifestyle on the Health subscale, an unbalanced lifestyle in Identity, Relationships, and Difficulty/Interests. Individuals' activity repertoire is not wide and they are not satisfied with their routines. Discussion: Supporting athletes in their routine planning and creating awareness of activity diversity will change their satisfaction with their lifestyles and support life balance.

The relation among smartphone use, social capital, and life satisfaction in individuals with physical disabilities

The relation among smartphone use, social capital, and life satisfaction in individuals with physical disabilities

Factors That Influence the Life Satisfaction of Afghan Refugees Living in Eastern Turkey: The Role of Their Migration Causes

In this study, the impact of the reasons for leaving their country (such as social, economic, and political) of Afghan asylum seekers who illegally entered Turkey from the eastern border on their life satisfaction in the country of destination was analyzed. The sample comprised 500 individuals (54.8% women; 42.4% &lt; 30 age) who came as refugees from Turkey’s eastern border. Three-stages of analysis were carried out in the study: the Mantel–Haenszel test, ordered logit, and CART (Classification and Regression Trees) decision tree. The main findings obtained from these analyses show that individuals leaving their country for economic reasons and because of war/terrorism are happier, while those leaving their country because of religious and cultural pressures are unhappier. According to the results of the CART analysis, the most frequently repeated variables are economic and life satisfaction of individuals who are satisfied with their household income and save money is at its highest level. In the analysis it is also seen that the life satisfaction level of individuals who are not satisfied with their household income, leave their country for reasons other than economic reasons, and make a living on debt is very low. This study also focuses on the relationship between happiness and sustainable development (SD). It has associated the reasons for migrants leaving their countries with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), highlighting the significance of happiness studies in achieving the SDGs.

The Relationship between Emotional Expression, Life Satisfaction, and Psychological Resilience in Gay Men in Turkey

This study examined the relationship between psychological resilience, life satisfaction, and emotional expression levels in male gay individuals. This correlational study included 40 gay males who were LGBTI Association members and 40 heterosexual men who shared similar sociodemographic characteristics. Along with the informed consent form, the participants were given a sociodemographic form, the Expression of Emotions Scale, the Life Satisfaction Scale, and the Resilience Scale for Adults. Correlation analysis was performed to reveal the relationship between variables. Independent sample T-tests, Mann-Whitney U, and Kruskal-Wallis analyses were used for group comparisons. Compared with heterosexual men, gay men scored higher on measures of emotional expression and resilience. According to the age of self-awareness and previous psychological therapy status, the ratings of gay males for expressing their feelings differ significantly. In addition, there was a significant difference in resilience scores according to smoking status. Male gay individuals have higher emotional expression skills and psychological resilience levels than heterosexual individuals. Additionally, it was found that emotional expression and life satisfaction were positively correlated in gay people.

Emotions, COVID-19 related thoughts and satisfaction with life during the critical period from control to relaxation.

In the context of declining mortality rates and increasing infectivity, it has become unavoidable for the majority of individuals to experience a COVID-19 infection at some point. This study aimed to investigate the psychological well-being of the general population during China's transition period from strict control measures to relaxed policies in COVID-19 prevention and control, as well as the impact of COVID-19 related thoughts on emotion and life satisfaction during widespread infections. A cross-sectional study was conducted involving a sample size of 1578 participants. Participants completed self-report questionnaires assessing positive and negative emotions, thoughts about COVID-19, and satisfaction with life. Demographic characteristics such as sex, age, and education level were controlled for in the analysis. The findings revealed that individuals who had been infected with COVID-19 (specifically the Omicron variant BA.5.2 or BF.7) reported lower levels of positive emotions compared to those who were uninfected or had recovered from the infection. There was a significant relationship between COVID-19-related thoughts, emotions, and life satisfaction. Positive COVID-19 related thoughts were found to mediate the relationship between negative emotions and satisfaction with life. This study represents a comprehensive examination conducted in China, focusing on assessing the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the general population during the critical transition period from control to relaxation. Throughout this period, the number of infections experienced fluctuations, initially rising but eventually declining over a one-month span. In such a momentous historical period, maintaining a positive perspective on COVID-19 and its management becomes paramount in enhancing the emotional well-being, life satisfaction and overall well-being of individuals.

Bereavement among individuals with social anxiety disorders: associated impairments

The article analyzes the relationship between comorbid changes in the mental state of individuals who have experienced loss and have a history of social anxiety disorder. The aim of the study was to analyze indicators of accompanying changes during the grieving process (level of depression, level of anxiety, avoidance tendencies, social maladjustment, subjective well-being, and life satisfaction) in individuals with social anxiety disorder who have experienced the loss of a significant person. The study involved 191 individuals who sought psychotherapeutic help for prolonged grief after the loss of a loved one between 2018 and 2020. The results suggest that individuals suffering from social anxiety disorder and experiencing loss of a loved one are more prone to avoiding social experiences, which affects the severity of depressive symptoms and psychological distress associated with the traumatic experience within the grieving process. The results confirmed that individuals with a history of social anxiety disorder and complicated grief demonstrate lower life satisfaction and higher levels of social impairment compared to those without complicated grief, regardless of the history of social phobia. According to the research findings, social phobia in the personal history is not an independent factor in the development of complicated grief. The degree of avoidance of social interaction after loss, level of distress, and typical beliefs within the clinical picture of social phobia can be modifying factors in the pathogenesis of complicated grief. Key words: bereavement, social anxiety disorder, complicated grief, depression.

Life satisfaction in the time of COVID-19. The frog effect

Besides the physical and mental health problems it brought, the COVID-19 pandemic impinged on economic and social aspects of people's lives, threatening economic security and interpersonal relationships, aspects that are major determinants of perceived subjective well-being. We investigate the relationship between individual life satisfaction, and relational and material goods under the exceptional circumstance of the pandemic and lockdown in Italy. Unlike other studies, this paper examined whether COVID-19 infection and deterioration of economic and relational circumstances caused by COVID-19 can predict changes in individual life satisfaction, controlling for other contextual factors. The results suggest that the pandemic threatened the life satisfaction of respondents and the main predictor of this deterioration was related to the effect of the pandemic and lockdown on social relations. Aspects like gender, type of city and dwelling also emerged to be important predictors of LS. These findings have implications for social policies and urban planning, and offer additional insight in the research on LS.

Effect of Loneliness on Life Satisfaction among College Students during the COVID-19 Pandemic

This paper reports the mediation effect of gratitude on the influence of loneliness on life satisfaction among college students during the COVID-19 pandemic. A survey was conducted in April 2022 on 282 college students who live in K City, Republic of Korea, to measure loneliness, life satisfaction, and gratitude. We used structural equations to identify relationships among variables. Loneliness was negatively correlated with both life satisfaction and gratitude, but gratitude was positively correlated with life satisfaction. Gratitude partially mediated the effect of loneliness on life satisfaction. This result indicates that loneliness had a direct effect on life satisfaction, but the effect was affected by gratitude. Therefore, when considering the contextual factors due to the COVID-19 pandemic, college students' life satisfaction must be promoted, and positive psychological capital such as gratitude should be cultivated. This study contributes to understanding the mental health of college students who experienced the COVID-19 pandemic and to promoting this health by increasing each individual's life satisfaction.

The Relationship between Political Attitudes and Life Satisfaction in Europe: An Econometric Analysis

This study examines the relationship between political attitudes and individuals’ life satisfaction. While there is a massive body of literature on the political economy of subjective well-being, no study has focused directly on political engagement (interest in politics) and political orientation (ideology). To fill this gap in the current literature, the present study investigates the impact of political engagement and orientation on individual life satisfaction through regression analysis (OLS and 2SLS methods) using the European Social Survey dataset. Our initial findings (as well as the results of the Durbin-Wu-Hausman test) point out the endogeneity problem for political orientation. In order to overcome the endogeneity problem, the instrumental variable estimation and the Stock-Watson test were conducted. Our results show that political engagement and orientation have a statistically significant influence on personal life satisfaction. Accordingly, as individuals' political engagement increases, life satisfaction decreases. Second, life satisfaction increases as one moves from left to right on the political spectrum.