Dimensions Of Well-being Research Articles

Spouse Burnout and Marriage Satisfaction in Married Individuals: The Mediating Role of Psychologıcal Well-being

Mediation analysis measures the effect of an independent variable on the dependent variable in the presence of a third variable designated as the mediator. The mediation variable plays a very important role by providing a detailed perspective in better understanding the relationship between both variables. In this study, the mediating role of psychological well-being in the relationship between spouse burnout and marital satisfaction of married individuals was tested. In addition, the effect of parents' marital satisfaction on their children's well-being cannot be ignored. 183 participants (83 women and 100 men) participated in the study. Demographic Information Form, Golombok-Rust Marital Status Inventory, Spouse Burnout Scale, and Psychological Well-Being Scale were administered to the participants. The data were analyzed and evaluated by adding the Process v.4 module (Hayes, 2022) to the SPSS 21 program and following its procedures. According to this analysis, it was determined that there was a negative relationship between spouse burnout and marital satisfaction and that the psychological well-being dimension played a partial mediator role in the relationship between spouse burnout and marital satisfaction. It is thought that this study will give an idea and contribute to choosing variables that may have a stronger mediating role for researchers who will study spouse burnout and marital satisfaction.

Chronic Cannabidiol Administration Mitigates Excessive Daytime Sleepiness and Fatigue in Patients with Primary Hypertension: Insights from a Randomized Crossover Trial.

Background: The chronic effects of cannabidiol (CBD) supplementation on factors that could impact the quality of life (anxiety, sleeping quality, memory, etc.) are poorly explored. Hence, the aim of this study was to establish whether chronic CBD supplementation will improve self-reported outcomes related to quality of life. Methods: In this randomized crossover trial, 64 patients with primary hypertension were assigned to receive CBD (225-450 mg) for 5 weeks followed by 5 weeks of placebo or vice versa, with a 2-week washout in-between the two. Self-reported outcomes were assessed using short form-36 (SF-36), Pittsburgh sleep quality index (PSQI), Epworth sleepiness scale (ESS), memory complaint questionnaire (MAC-Q), and state-trait anxiety inventory (STAI). Results: Five-week administration of CBD, but not of placebo, resulted in improvement of ESS score (F = 6.738, p = 0.011), as well as fatigue/vitality (ΔCBD = 5.0, p < 0.001) and psychological well-being dimensions of SF-36 (ΔCBD = 7.4, p = 0.039). No overall benefit of CBD on quality of life was noted (p = 0.674). No changes were seen in total scores of MAC-Q, PSQI, or STAI (p = 0.151, p = 0.862, p = 0.702, respectively). No significant correlations were found between plasma CBD concentrations and any of the scores. Conclusions: Chronic CBD administration reduced excessive daytime sleepiness, despite the fact that no change was observed in self-reported quality of sleep. Furthermore, self-reported fatigue and psychological well-being dimensions of quality of life also improved following chronic CBD use.

A multidimensional scale for assessing sport fan well-being: an examination in the context of professional baseball

ABSTRACT Purpose The purposes of this research are to (1) introduce a four-dimensional (hedonic, eudainomic, social, and physical) conceptualization of fan well-being in spectator sport and (2) present evidence for the reliability and validity of the multidimensional scale of fan well-being. Methodology Data were collected from professional baseball spectators in Japan. Through an exploratory factor analysis and a confirmatory factor analysis, we assessed the factor structure of sport fan well-being, operationalized by a final set of 18 items. Findings Study 1 supports the four-factor structure of the scale, including a new dimension of physical fan well-being. In Study 2, the findings provide evidence for the construct validity of the measurement model and suggest that the four well-being dimensions are positively associated with previously validated scales (flourishing and life satisfaction) and can be integrated into a second-order latent construct. Practical implications Given the conceptual distinction between physical fan well-being and the other three dimensions, sport teams should provide fans with (1) cheering activities that are easy to understand and follow and (2) healthy food choices that allow fans to control body weight and prevent obesity. Research contribution This study extends previous research by integrating a new dimension of physical fan well-being, allowing for a more comprehensive analysis of context-specific well-being in spectator sport.

Designing bio-based value chains for social justice: The potential of Capability Sensitive Design

Bio-based value chains (BBVCs) have often been criticized for their detrimental social and environmental effects. Existing methods such as social impact assessment do not sufficiently address these negative effects because of their limited focus and lack of attention to social justice. This paper explores the contribution of Capability Sensitive Design (CSD) to designing BBVCs for social justice. CSD is a combination of Value Sensitive Design (VSD), an approach to account for human values in a design process, and the Capability Approach (CA), a normative framework that incorporates multiple dimensions of human well-being.Three case studies demonstrate how CSD can be used to make design choices in the early stages of developing new BBVCs from waste biomass. The cases explore olive oil residues in Spain, coffee and cocoa residues in Colombia, and encroacher bush in Namibia. CSD is a relatively new approach and its contribution to social justice in BBVCs remained unexplored. We show that CSD can contribute to distributive, recognition, and procedural justice by allowing the identification of local vulnerable stakeholders and providing tools to connect their needs, knowledge, and capabilities to concrete design choices.

The social value of place-based creative wellbeing: A rapid review and evidence synthesis.

Creative well-being is an increasing field of interest to which biomedical and social sciences have made uneven contributions. The instrumental value of culture and its subsequential public investment is grounded in the interplay of social, cultural and economic capital to attain and preserve wellbeing and health and foster social mobility. The current evidence addresses the effectiveness of arts interventions in improving illnesses. Little attention has been paid to the social value of creative wellbeing for the general population. This paper is a rapid review and evidence synthesis that aims to answer the question, 'What is the social value of place-based arts and culture interventions at individual (wellbeing) and community (social inequalities) levels in the UK and Europe?'. After a systematic search of five databases, search engines, and a call for evidence in August 2022, 14 out of 974 sources met the inclusion criteria. Studies were organised into three themes (Community, Events, Museums), and outcomes were analysed considering the indicators and dimensions of wellbeing (Office for National Statistics). The review evidenced that creative wellbeing leads to improvements in wellbeing outcomes and can contribute to alleviating social determinants of health. However, considering their impact on the underlying causes of structural social inequalities requires caution.

Dimensions of Psychological Wellbeing as Predictors of Stress among Undergraduates

Dimensions of Psychological Wellbeing as Predictors of Stress among Undergraduates

Flexible working arrangements on employee well-being concerning the mobile telecommunication industry

PurposeThe well-being of employees is very crucial, especially for the survival and sustainability of the mobile telecommunication industry and thus, the deployment of flexible working arrangements becomes paramount for managers and industry practitioners to implement. This research aimed to assess the impact of flexible working arrangements on employee well-being within the mobile telecommunication industry.Design/methodology/approachUtilizing multiple linear regression analysis, the research tested hypotheses to examine the significance of the relationships. Grounded in the Border Theory of Balanced Work, the study sought to explore the relationship between flexible working arrangements, including flextime schedules, compressed workweeks and telecommuting and various dimensions of employee well-being.FindingsThe results of the study demonstrated a statistically significant positive effect of flexible working arrangements on employee well-being within the mobile telecommunication industry. It concluded that flexible working arrangements that are measured with a flextime schedule, a compressed workweek and telecommuting improve employee well-being through psychological well-being, social well-being and workplace well-being.Originality/valueThis research contributes to the existing body of knowledge by establishing a positive connection between flexible working arrangements and employee well-being in the context of the mobile telecommunication industry. Managers of telecommunication firms should continue with the implementation of flexible working arrangements to enhance the well-being of their employees. The study provides valuable insights for both scholars and industry practitioners, emphasizing the significance of continued implementation of flexible working arrangements to promote and sustain the well-being of employees.

Pro-environmental behaviors and well-being in everyday life

Individual and household behaviors are key targets for climate change mitigation efforts, and studies suggest that people who enact more pro-environmental behaviors tend to experience higher levels of well-being. Yet these studies have typically used coarse-grained, retrospective reports that offer limited insight into the immediate impacts of specific behaviors. In three studies (total N = 8,522 observations, N = 1,353 US and UK participants) we adopted a highly fine-grained approach. Using the day reconstruction method, we zoomed in on particular moments in everyday life to examine links between specific behaviors and different aspects of well-being. This revealed generally positive associations, but also substantial variation. Pro-environmental behaviors are more closely and consistently associated with positive and especially “eudaimonic” dimensions of well-being. And more active, effortful, and social behaviors tended to show stronger positive associations. Although the relationships between pro-environmental behaviors and well-being are considerably more complex than prior research has indicated, these findings continue to suggest that ecological and individual well-being can be pursued in tandem.

The urban desirability paradox: U.K. urban-rural differences in well-being, social satisfaction, and economic satisfaction.

As the majority of the global population resides in cities, it is imperative to understand urban well-being. While cities offer concentrated social and economic opportunities, the question arises whether these benefits translate to equitable levels of satisfaction in these domains. Using a robust and objective measure of urbanicity on a sample of 156,000 U.K. residents aged 40 and up, we find that urban living is associated with lower scores across seven dimensions of well-being, social satisfaction, and economic satisfaction. In addition, these scores exhibit greater variability within urban areas, revealing increased inequality. Last, we identify optimal distances in the hinterlands of cities with the highest satisfaction and the least variation. Our findings raise concern for the psychological well-being of urban residents and show the importance of nonlinear methods in urban research.

Regarding The Mental Health of Students At Ho Chi Minh City Open University, Viet Nam

Purpose: The purpose of this study is to assess the mental health status of university students at Hồ Chí Minh City Open University using the MHI-18 scale. It aims to provide insights that inform the development of targeted support programs and interventions to enhance student well-being and academic performance. Theoretical Framework: The theoretical framework of this study is grounded in the MHI-18 scale, which assesses mental health across dimensions of emotional well-being and behavioral control among university students. It integrates theories of psychological resilience and coping strategies to understand students' responses to mental health challenges. Design/Methodology/Approach: The study employed a cross-sectional design, surveying 425 students at Hồ Chí Minh City Open University using the MHI-18 scale to gather quantitative data on their mental health status. Data analysis included descriptive statistics and interpretation of scale scores to assess prevalent mental health issues and coping mechanisms among students. Findings: The findings indicate that a significant proportion of surveyed students at Hồ Chí Minh City Open University experience mental health challenges, yet demonstrate effective behavioral control and the ability to foster positive emotions in response to these challenges. Implications: The findings suggest a need for tailored mental health support programs at Hồ Chí Minh City Open University to address prevalent student mental health issues and promote resilience-building strategies. Universities can use these insights to enhance student well-being and academic success through targeted interventions and campus-wide mental health initiatives.

A dual pathway for understanding the relation between wellbeing and resilience

This study investigates the intricate connections between relational wellbeing and individual resilience, through family and community protective factors. As such, we aim to bridge an existing gap in resilience literature by examining the elements that contribute to individual resilience from a relational perspective through a random sample of slum dwellers in Indonesia. To address this research gap, we adopted White’s conceptualisation of relational wellbeing and integrated Benard’s perspective on individual resilience and applied them using established measures to assess the general population living in slum areas across three Indonesian cities: Bima, Manado and Pontianak. Rigorous confirmatory factor analysis were conducted to establish the validity and reliability of all employed measures. The results of the mediated-path analysis underscore the significance of family protective factors in most relationships between dimensions of relational wellbeing and individual resilience. Notably, the two mediators exhibited distinct effects: the former positively mediated the relation, while the latter demonstrated an inverted mediation effect. These findings significantly enhance our understanding of the nuanced interplay between wellbeing and resilience, particularly regarding the impact of familial and community support on individuals’ ability to cope with daily life challenges, especially in disaster-prone areas.

Internal migration in Chile and the psychosocial well-being of families-of-origin

ABSTRACT The understanding of the complex relationship between migration and different dimensions of well-being is still limited. This article applies the framework of psychosocial well-being to analyze the impact of migration on families-of-origin in Chile, using qualitative data collected in four municipalities experiencing high levels of net emigration. We consider four dimensions of psychosocial well-being: material, emotional, psychological and social. Findings show that migration generates large material and emotional costs for families-of-origin while providing no obvious material benefits at least in the short-term. For parents, being able to support their children’s migration, as a way to provide them with better opportunities in a context where local options are limited, appears to contribute to their life purpose, sense of mastery and agency, all important aspects of psychological well-being. Our findings reinforce the importance of analyzing the impact of migration using a multidimensional and holistic perspective, because it affects different aspects of well-being in different ways, reflecting the complex interconnections between individual and social experiences.

Financial reporting quality, industrial revolution 4.0 and social well-being among Malaysian public companies

PurposeThis study examines the relationship between financial reporting quality, Industrial Revolution 4.0 and social well-being of stakeholders among public companies in Malaysia.Design/methodology/approachThe sample of the study includes 232 firm-year observations of Malaysian publicly listed companies from 2013 to 2017. Social well-being is measured using social pillar scores from the Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) data provided by Refinitiv. The study identified companies as an adopter of IR 4.0 based on their disclosure on the use of autonomous robots, simulation, cloud, horizontal and vertical system integration, cybersecurity, additive manufacturing, augmented reality and big data analytics in their financial reports. Financial reporting quality is measured using discretionary accruals.FindingsThis study found that financial reporting quality and IR 4.0 are related to social well-being, particularly the workforce. These results imply that companies with higher adoption of IR 4.0 are more likely to provide more information concerning job satisfaction, a healthy and safe workplace, maintaining diversity, equal and development opportunities for its workforce. Furthermore, the results show that firms with lower discretionary accruals (i.e. higher quality of financial reporting) are more likely to provide more information about social well-being. The results are robust even after addressing endogeneity issues.Research limitations/implicationsThis research contributes new insights into the role of financial reporting quality and IR 4.0 in enhancing social well-being in Malaysia. These findings offer valuable input for regulators striving to advance the United Nations' 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.Practical implicationsThis study carries substantial practical implications for policymakers and businesses alike. It underscores the importance of embracing IR 4.0 technologies and integrating them into strategic planning to foster social well-being. These insights can guide policymakers in shaping economic strategies and assist businesses in prioritizing financial reporting quality while engaging stakeholders to promote social well-being.Originality/valueThis is the first study to investigate the combined relationship of financial reporting quality and IR4.0 on social well-being, which provides valuable evidence in this novel domain. While previous studies have primarily explored the relationship of IR4.0 on sustainability from an environmental and human resource perspective, this study sheds light on the specific dimension of social well-being, hence promoting sustainable development goals by the United Nations in 2030.

A more equitable approach to economic evaluation: Directly developing conceptual capability wellbeing attributes for Tanzania and Malawi

Capability wellbeing can potentially provide a holistic outcome for health economic evaluation and the capability approach seems promising for African countries. As yet there is no work that has explored the evaluative space needed for health and care decision making at the whole population level and procedures that merely translate existing measures developed in the global north to contexts in the global south risk embedding structural inequalities. This work seeks to elicit the concepts within the capability wellbeing evaluative space for general adult populations in Tanzania and Malawi. Semi-structured interviews with 68 participants across Tanzania and Malawi were conducted between October 2021 and July 2022. Analysis used thematic coding frames and the writing of analytic accounts. Interview schedules were common across the two country settings, however data collection and analysis were conducted independently by two separate teams and only brought together once it was clear that the data from the two countries was sufficiently aligned for a single analysis. Eight common attributes of capability wellbeing were found across the two countries: financial security; basic needs; achievement and personal development; attachment, love and friendship; participation in community activities; faith and spirituality; health; making decisions without unwanted interference. These attributes can be used to generate outcome measures for use in economic evaluations comparing alternative health interventions. By centring the voices of Tanzanians and Malawians in the construction of attributes that describe a good life, the research can facilitate greater equity within economic evaluations across different global settings.

Improving Community Wellbeing through transport policy: a literature review and theoretical framework, based on the Capability Approach

ABSTRACT Transport policies affect the quality of life and social wellbeing of citizens and communities; incorporating such impacts in policy and decision making, however, remains a challenge. This paper aims to: (1) present a systematic literature review that links transport policy to Community Wellbeing using the Capability Approach by Sen and Nussbaum, and (2) using that basis, establish a theoretical framework to systematically address Community Wellbeing impacts of municipal transport policies. This can improve qualitative assessments of policy interventions on multiple dimensions, such as safety, health, the (built) environment and accessibility, and inequalities within those dimensions. Using existing literature on the Capability Approach, Community Wellbeing dimensions can indeed successfully be integrated in transport policies. Additional tools and theories, such as the Theory of Change, are needed to structure relations between the sociotechnical transport system and the policy process. For analyses and assessment of policy interventions, additions from the affordances theory, potential accessibility, activity spaces, and sufficientarianism are needed to finalise the framework. Further development and testing of the framework is recommended. The most prominent research gaps are processes to set thresholds for sufficient accessibility, as well as potential limits to mobility behaviours through collective capabilities.

A study on the relationship between yoga exercise intervention and the comprehensive well-being of female college students.

Due to the influence of theories, tools, and methodologies in studying well-being, sports science has predominantly focused on subjective well-being, with less attention given to psychological well-being and even less to the integrated study of comprehensive well-being. This study aims to analyze the relationship between yoga exercise intervention and the comprehensive well-being of college students and to explore the mechanism of a yoga exercise intervention to improve the comprehensive well-being of female college students. With 92 female college students as subjects, the "Comprehensive Well-being Scale" was used, and research methods such as yoga exercise intervention, questionnaire surveys, qualitative analysis, expert interviews, and statistical analysis were employed to investigate the role of a yoga exercise intervention on the comprehensive well-being of female college students. Among the nine dimensions of comprehensive well-being, the three dimensions of subjective well-being and the two dimensions of psychological well-being (health concern and personality growth) of female college students were significantly improved. Additionally, four other dimensions of psychological well-being also showed significant improvement. Furthermore, the improvement in the life satisfaction of female college students' subjective well-being was mainly achieved through yoga meditation, while partner yoga posture practice could help individuals gradually form a stable pattern of altruistic behavior. Yoga exercise intervention can improve the comprehensive well-being of female college students and can be an effective counseling method for college students' mental health education.

Use of Delphi methodology to select sustainability indicators on dairy farms: an exploration of environmental, economic, social and animal welfare dimensions

Sustainable livestock production is essential to ensure the availability of food and resources, and to address the social, economic, and environmental challenges that threaten conventional livestock production. While there is consensus among economic, social, and scientific groups on the need to assess sustainability to make decisions that protect resources for present and future generations, there are few sustainability assessment tools that address it holistically. The aim of this study was to develop an assessment tool applicable to farms by identifying the indicators currently applied in dairy farms, based on a systematic literature review and expert opinion. This study used the Delphi methodology to explore sustainability indicators at the farm level. A panel of seven expert researchers and academics in livestock sustainability and animal welfare participated in the study. A high level of consensus was found for 15 economic indicators, 14 social indicators, 20 environmental indicators, and 16 animal welfare indicators. Some indicators, such as financial autonomy, transmissibility, cow and labor productivity, husbandry system, labor intensity, community bonding, labor satisfaction, biodiversity, crop rotation, fertilization, manure management, and water management, showed a high level of consensus and were considered useful in assessing sustainability on dairy farms. In addition, livestock sustainability experts reached a high consensus on 16 animal welfare indicators that could be useful in assessing farm sustainability. These results provide a solid basis for sustainability indicators in the economic, social, environmental, and animal welfare dimensions, which could serve as a basis for developing a sustainability assessment tool for dairy farms.

Digital applications potential to support the mental well-being of nurses: an integrative review

PurposeNurses work in a wide range of roles and settings, each with inherent stressors that can impact mental well-being. High levels of stress, burnout and clinical errors have been linked to the levels of support nurses have in their workplaces. Both consumers and health organisations benefit when nurses can engage in their work with support. Digital applications offer a promising option for supporting the mental well-being of nurses. This paper aims to provide analysis and synthesis of studies from the emerging field of research investigating the potential of digital applications to support the mental well-being of nurses.Design/methodology/approachAn integrative literature review was conducted focused on studies published within the last ten years that employed digital applications specifically included to support nurses’ mental well-being. As part of the review inductive thematic analysis was then undertaken identifying four main themes diversity of digital applications; wide applicability across nursing; differing dimensions of well-being; and challenges to integration.FindingsThe study of digital applications used among nurses is a modern emerging field of research. Digital applications have considerable design variability and are being rolled out across multiple nursing specialities. They target differing aspects of mental well-being, offering promise despite the challenges to integration.Originality/valueDigital applications are an emergent and promising option for supporting nurses' mental well-being. They have the potential to be personalised, cost-efficient and engaging platforms. The fast-paced technological advancement of digital applications will lead to the adoption of novel means of supporting nurses.

Impact of a Multi-Component Physical Activity Intervention on Psychological Well-Being in Older Adults: A Pilot Study

While the positive effects of physical activity (PA) on mental health are well documented, limited research has explored its influence on the positive psychological well-being in elderly individuals. This study examined the effects of a multi-component PA intervention on various facets of psychological well-being among older adults residing in retirement homes. Fifty-eight elderly individuals (mean age = 83.8 years, 76.3% female) residing in retirement homes participated either in either a 12 week multi-component PA intervention program or in an attention control group. Those in the intervention group engaged in supervised group exercise lessons for 45 min, three times per week, and used wearable activity monitors during weekdays over 12 weeks. Assessments were conducted before and after the intervention to measure happiness, life satisfaction, eudaimonic well-being, and depressive symptoms, which are four components of psychological well-being. On average, those in the intervention group attended about 86.9% of group exercise sessions and used the activity trackers for 97.5% of the designated days. Results from linear mixed models indicated that the intervention had a positive effect on happiness in the intervention group, but not in the control group. Nonetheless, no significant differences were found in terms of changes in eudaimonic well-being, life satisfaction, and depressive symptoms between the two groups. This selective impact on different dimensions of psychological well-being implies that subsequent research could explore the integration of more comprehensive components in PA interventions targeting all dimensions of psychological well-being, as each of them is a key aspect of healthy aging and independently related to a range of health outcomes amongst older adults.

The Movement of slow: From English to Italian and Back Again. A Diachronic Corpus-Based Study

The present study explores the changes in the meaning of the word slow, both in Italian and English, from the beginning of the Slow Food Movement (SFM) up to 2019. Since 1989 and the early days of Carlo Petrini’s SFM, technology has increasingly led people towards multi-tasking in an attempt to save time, while at the same time, back to the past trends are increasingly evident as seen in several other Slow Movements, for example, in catering and hand-made/retro chains. The concept of slowness is becoming a relevant and ethical topic that is often related to what is organic, local and sustainable, leading to the introduction of an anglicism in Italian, but also to a new whole re-semantization of the word slow in English. The primary objective of this study is to explore the semantic changes in the word slow diachronically both in Italian and in English. To this aim, two robust corpora were created, one from the Italian newspaper La Stampa and the other from the British The Guardian. The word slow was analysed within the different newspaper domains exploring frequencies, collocates, and identifying significant “repeated events” (Sinclair 2004: 28) together with their semantic preferences. Results from the diachronic analysis show that through the SFM, the word slow has taken on specific new meanings in Italian, related to the dimensions of ethics, wellbeing, and environmental awareness. These were then partly re-introduced in English. More specifically, the case of reborrowing of slow within the context of movements (slow fashion, slow tourism, etc.) has quite likely been influenced by the Italian SFM. As a matter of fact, this process of reborrowing involves both acquisition and loss in meaning in both languages. This seems to be a relevant phenomenon in a global context of constant linguistic contact where English appears to play a relevant role as a global language.