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The Global Flourishing Study: Study Profile and Initial Results on Flourishing
Tyler J VanderWeele1, Byron R Johnson2, Piotr T Bialowolski3
1Harvard University, Cambridge, MA USA.
Nature. Mental Health
|June 16, 2025
Summary
The Global Flourishing Study surveyed over 200,000 people worldwide to understand flourishing and its determinants. It found that demographic factors and childhood experiences significantly impact adult flourishing across diverse cultures.
Area of Science:
- Global Health
- Psychology
- Sociology
Background:
- Flourishing, a state of optimal well-being, is increasingly recognized as crucial for societal progress.
- Understanding the global distribution and determinants of flourishing is essential for developing effective interventions.
- Previous research has often focused on specific regions or limited demographic groups.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess the global distribution and determinants of flourishing across diverse populations.
- To examine the associations between demographic characteristics, childhood experiences, and adult flourishing.
- To identify universal versus culturally specific patterns in flourishing.
Main Methods:
- Longitudinal panel study with over 200,000 participants across 22 countries on six continents.
- Nationally representative sampling with planned annual data collection over five years.
- Analysis of demographic data, childhood experiences, and a composite flourishing index.
Main Results:
- Identified significant relationships between demographic characteristics and flourishing.
- Childhood experiences were found to be associated with subsequent adult flourishing.
- Variations in these relationships were observed across countries, with some universal patterns emerging.
Conclusions:
- The Global Flourishing Study provides foundational knowledge on the distribution and determinants of well-being globally.
- Findings contribute to a deeper understanding of factors promoting societal flourishing.
- Results highlight the interplay of individual, social, and cultural factors in shaping well-being.
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