Psychological well-being: Meaning, measurement, and implications for psychotherapy research

Author(s): Singer, B.

Journal/Book: Psychother Psychosom. 1996; 65: Allschwilerstrasse 10, CH-4009 Basel, Switzerland. Karger. 14-23.

Abstract: A model of positive psychological functioning that emerges from diverse domains of theory and philosophy is presented. Six key dimensions of wellness are defined, and empirical research summarizing their empirical translation and sociodemographic correlates is presented. Variations in well-being are explored via studies of discrete life events and enduring human experiences. Life histories of the psychologically vulnerable and resilient, defined via the cross-classification of depression and well-being, are summarized. Implications of the focus on positive functioning for research on psychotherapy, quality of life, and mind/body linkages are reviewed.

Note: Article CD Ryff, Inst Aging, 2245 Med Sci Ctr, 1300 Univ Ave, Madison, WI 53706 USA

Keyword(s): self-acceptance; purpose in life; positive relationships; personal growth; autonomy; environmental mastery; sociodemographic differences; vulnerability; resilience; quality of life; LIFE; HAPPINESS; DISTRESS; SELF

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