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Well-being: Strengthening and Broadening a Key Psychological Construct
Belinda Campos1,2, Hugo Sanchez Hernandez2
1Department of Chicano/Latino Studies, 3151 Social Science Plaza A, University of California, Irvine, CA 92697-5100 USA.
This study advocates for a comprehensive understanding of psychological well-being by integrating subjective well-being (SWB) measures with advanced emotion detection and mixed methodologies. This approach enhances inclusivity and reflects diverse human experiences.
Area of Science:
- Psychological Science
- Well-being Studies
Background:
- Existing frameworks for psychological well-being lack conceptual clarity.
- Underrepresented populations' experiences are often poorly accounted for in psychological science.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide conceptual clarity in the study of psychological well-being.
- To develop a comprehensive and inclusive understanding of well-being.
- To highlight the value of multiple measures and methods for understanding well-being.
Main Methods:
- Utilizing the subjective well-being (SWB) construct.
- Employing state-of-the-art emotion measurement.
- Integrating a mix of qualitative and quantitative methodologies.
Main Results:
- The subjective well-being (SWB) construct offers distinct strengths for a comprehensive understanding of well-being.
- Empirical examples demonstrate the value of multiple measures and methods in well-being research.
Conclusions:
- Strengthening existing frameworks and broadening methodologies are key to inclusive well-being research.
- Continued use of SWB measures combined with advanced emotion measurement and mixed methods is recommended.
- This approach will foster a more complete understanding of the full spectrum of human well-being.
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