Measuring Well-Being: Interdisciplinary Perspectives from the Social Sciences and the Humanities

This edited volume explores the conceptual and practical challenges of measuring well-being, drawing from psychology, economics, sociology, statistics, public health, theology, and philosophy. It examines philosophical and theological traditions on happiness, well-being, and the good life, reviews empirical research on well-being, and discusses the synthesis of existing research to make sense of the field.

\n Format: Hardback
\n Length: 592 pages
\n Publication date: 05 October 2021
\n Publisher: Oxford University Press Inc
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This edited volume delves into the multifaceted realm of measuring well-being, encompassing both conceptual and practical dimensions. By drawing upon insights from a diverse array of disciplines, including psychology, economics, sociology, statistics, public health, theology, and philosophy, the contributors explore the philosophical and theological foundations of happiness, well-being, and the pursuit of the good life. Additionally, they examine recent empirical research on well-being and its measurement, offering a comprehensive review of the current knowledge base. The chapters delve into the interrelationships between different measures of well-being, examining various arguments for and against their utilization in different contexts. Furthermore, the volume includes a discussion of how a synthesis of existing research sheds light on the proliferation of diverse measures and concepts within the field, while also highlighting the insights gained through interdisciplinary investigations and conceptual thinking. This comprehensive volume serves as a valuable resource for scholars, researchers, and practitioners seeking to understand and enhance well-being in various domains.

\n Weight: 972g\n
Dimension: 248 x 257 x 44 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9780197512531\n \n