Essays on the Quality of Life
بواسطة
Alex C. Michalos
لا توجد تقييمات بعد
Romance
Science & Technology
Health & Wellness
تنسيق
غلاف ورقي
صفحات
504
لغة
الإنجليزية
منشور
Dec 15, 2010
الناشر
Springer
الطبعة
Softcover reprint of hardcover 1st ed. 2003
رقم ISBN-10
9048163048
رقم ISBN-13
9789048163045
الوصف
In a world increasingly measured by data and statistics, Alex C. Michalos presents a thought-provoking examination of the quality of life through a series of essays that delve into various social indicators. Michalos, an esteemed scholar, explores the relationships between happiness, well-being, and the socio-economic elements that influence them. Through a blend of research findings and theoretical insights, he invites readers to reconsider what it truly means to live a fulfilling life in contemporary society.
These essays challenge conventional metrics of success and underscore the importance of subjective well-being, health, environmental factors, and community engagement. Michalos advocates for a multidimensional understanding of quality of life, urging policymakers, researchers, and individuals to embrace a more nuanced approach to improving societal well-being. By engaging with this work, readers are encouraged to reflect on their own perspectives and the societal structures that shape their experiences.
These essays challenge conventional metrics of success and underscore the importance of subjective well-being, health, environmental factors, and community engagement. Michalos advocates for a multidimensional understanding of quality of life, urging policymakers, researchers, and individuals to embrace a more nuanced approach to improving societal well-being. By engaging with this work, readers are encouraged to reflect on their own perspectives and the societal structures that shape their experiences.
