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A Cultural Perspective on Functional Limitations and Well-Being
Jeong Ha Choi1, Yuri Miyamoto1, Carol D Ryff1
1University of Wisconsin-Madison, USA.
Personality & Social Psychology Bulletin
|February 18, 2020
Summary
Functional limitations impact well-being, but this link is weaker in Japan than the US due to cultural differences in personal control. This study explores health status and well-being across cultures.
Area of Science:
- Cross-cultural psychology
- Health and well-being research
- Gerontology
Background:
- Functional limitations, or difficulty with daily activities, are linked to reduced well-being in Western societies, often mediated by personal control.
- Cultural variations in concepts of agency and control may influence the relationship between functional limitations and well-being.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the cross-cultural differences in the association between functional limitations and well-being.
- To examine the mediating role of personal control in this relationship across the United States and Japan.
Main Methods:
- Cross-sectional analysis of probability samples from the US and Japan (Study 1).
- Longitudinal data analysis to confirm cross-sectional findings (Study 2).
Main Results:
- Functional limitations were associated with lower well-being in both cultures.
- The association between functional limitations and well-being was weaker in Japan compared to the US.
- Personal control partially mediated the relationship between functional limitations and well-being in both countries.
Conclusions:
- The relationship between functional limitations and well-being is culturally moderated, with personal control playing a significant role.
- Findings highlight the importance of considering cultural context when examining health status and its impact on well-being.
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