Measuring Well-Being: Interdisciplinary Perspectives from the Social Sciences and the Humanities
$35.00
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Book Synopsis: This edited volume focuses on both conceptual and practical challenges in measuring well-being. Leveraging insights across diverse disciplines, including psychology, economics, sociology, statistics, public health, theology, and philosophy, contributors consider the philosophical and theological traditions on happiness, well-being and the good life, as well as recent empirical research on well-being and its measurement. The chapters review what is known empirically about how different measures of well-being relate to each other and considers various arguments for and against use of specific measures of well-being in different contexts. Further, the volume includes discussion of how a synthesis of existing research helps us make sense of the proliferation of different measures and concepts within the field, while also foregrounding the insights gained by investigations and conceptual thinking occurring across diverse disciplines.
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Are you looking for a comprehensive guide to measuring well-being? Look no further! Introducing "Measuring Well-Being: Interdisciplinary Perspectives from the Social Sciences and the Humanities." This must-have book brings together insights from psychology, economics, sociology, statistics, public health, theology, and philosophy to provide you with a holistic understanding of well-being measurement.
Why settle for one-dimensional approaches when you can benefit from an interdisciplinary perspective? Our contributors have delved deep into the philosophical and theological traditions on happiness, well-being, and the good life. With their expertise, they have created a book that explores recent empirical research on well-being and its measurement, giving you the most up-to-date information on this essential topic.
One of the outstanding features of this book is its examination of how different measures of well-being relate to each other. You'll gain valuable insights into the arguments for and against specific measures in various contexts. Whether you're a researcher, a policymaker, or simply curious about well-being, this volume provides a critical assessment of these measures, helping you navigate the complex landscape of well-being measurement.
By combining existing research and interdisciplinary thinking, "Measuring Well-Being" offers you a comprehensive synthesis of the field. You'll gain a deep understanding of the proliferation of different measures and concepts within well-being research. Our contributors highlight the key insights gained from investigations and conceptual thinking across diverse disciplines, empowering you to make well-informed decisions.
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