A proposed integrated happiness framework to achieve sustainable development.

ABSTRACT: Given the global call for more non-GDP-based indicators of national well-being, this study proposes a model incorporating economic and psychological (happiness) indicators. Considering the subjective nature of happiness, happiness measurements should incorporate individuals' inner strengths and satisfaction with their external environment. Furthermore, although numerous studies have found that positive psychology approaches can improve happiness, they have yet to be incorporated into any happiness models. Hence, this study proposes an integrated happiness framework that covers objective economic and subjective happiness factors to measure well-being beyond GDP. The study tests the model using survey data from Malaysia as a case study. A total of 1,368 participants were recruited with proba

SUBMITTER: Choon SW 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9547240 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature