scholarly journals The Influence of Gardening Activities on Consumer Perceptions of Life Satisfaction

HortScience ◽  
2005 ◽  
Vol 40 (5) ◽  
pp. 1360-1365 ◽  
Author(s):  
T.M. Waliczek ◽  
J.M. Zajicek ◽  
R.D. Lineberger
Keyword(s):  
Life Satisfaction ◽  
Energy Levels ◽  
Self Concept ◽  
Activity Levels ◽  
Social Self ◽  
Master Gardener ◽  
Survey Question ◽  
Positive Results ◽  
Overall Life Satisfaction

A survey based on the Life Satisfaction Inventory A (LSIA) was used to investigate gardeners' and nongardeners' perceptions of life satisfaction. The LSIA was developed in 1961 by Neugarten and measures five components of quality of life including zest for life, resolution and fortitude, congruence between desired and achieved goals, high physical, psychological and social self-concept, and a happy optimistic mood tone. The survey was posted for four months on one of the largest online resources for Texas Master Gardeners within the Aggie Horticulture network, the Texas Master Gardener Web page (http:aggie-horticulture.tamu.edu/mastergd/mg.html). During the 4 months, 402 responses were gathered. Additionally, identical `paper/pencil' format surveys were distributed to garden, church, social and community groups with about 400 responses received. In each group of participants, respondents differentiated themselves as gardeners or nongardeners by responding positively or negatively to the survey question, Do you garden? Results indicated statistically significant differences in comparisons of the overall life satisfaction scores with gardeners receiving higher mean scores indicating more positive results on the LSIA. When responses to individual statements were analyzed, results indicated statistically significant differences on 20% of the statements. Differences were detected on statements relating to energy levels, optimism, zest for life, and physical self-concept with gardeners answering more positively on all statements when compared to nongardeners' responses. Additionally, gardeners rated their overall health and their physical activity levels higher than did nongardeners.

scholarly journals Adolescents’ Life Satisfaction: The Role of Classroom, Family, Self-Concept and Gender

2019 ◽  
Vol 17 (1) ◽  
pp. 19 ◽  
Author(s):  
Amapola Povedano-Diaz ◽  
Maria Muñiz-Rivas ◽  
Maria Vera-Perea
Keyword(s):  
Life Satisfaction ◽  
Family Environment ◽  
Classroom Environment ◽  
Classroom Climate ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Self Concept ◽  
Social Self ◽  
Multigroup Analysis ◽  
Structural Invariance

This study analyzes the direct relationships between classroom and family context and adolescent students’ life satisfaction (LS) and the indirect relationships between these same variables through adolescents’ academic, family, and social self-concept from a gender perspective. In the theoretical model, we assume that the quality of the parent—child relationship affects adolescents’ LS both directly and indirectly through their self-concept. We assume that the quality of the classroom climate also affects adolescents’ LS through their self-concept. The sample consisted of 2373 adolescents (49.8% girls) aged 12 to 18 years (mean (M) = 14.69, standard deviation (SD) = 1.82). A structural equation model was tested to analyse the relationship between the variables. Subsequently, multigroup analysis was performed to determine the structural invariance of the model as a function of gender. The chi square and T-student test was 71.66. Results revealed a direct positive relationship between family environment and LS. Family and classroom environment were indirectly related to LS through their relationship with academic, family, and social self-concept. The result of multigroup analysis supports the structural invariance of the model in both sexes; therefore, the expected relationships are the same for boys and girls, making the model more generalizable and applicable. The practical and theoretical implications are discussed.

scholarly journals Factor Structure of the AUDIM-M Dimensional Self-Concept Questionnaire in Mexican Adolescents

Children ◽  
2022 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 60
Author(s):  
José René Blanco ◽  
Martha Ornelas ◽  
Juan Cristóbal Barrón-Luján ◽  
Leticia Irene Franco-Gallegos ◽  
Susana Ivonne Aguirre ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Factor Structure ◽  
Reliability And Validity ◽  
Total Sample ◽  
Self Concept ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Social Self ◽  
Confirmatory Factor ◽  
Relevant Variables ◽  
The City

Self-concept is one of the most relevant variables in the field of personality, and a negative self-perception can pose a risk to the adolescent’s development. The present study aimed to analyze the psychometric properties proposed by Aguirre and collaborators for the dimensional self-concept questionnaire (AUDIM-M). The total sample was 560 adolescents from the city of Chihuahua, Chihuahua, with a mean age of 12.96 ± 0.88 years. The factor structure of the questionnaire was analyzed using confirmatory factor analysis. The analyses show that a four-factor structure is viable and adequate (GFI 0.964; RMSEA 0.057; CFI 0.950). The four-factor structure (personal self-concept, physical self-concept, social self-concept, and academic self-concept), according to statistical and substantive criteria, shows adequate indicators of reliability and validity adjustment. The model obtained coincides with that proposed by Aguirre et al. Improving adolescents’ self-concept undoubtedly contributes to their quality of life, hence the need for valid and reliable instruments for its measurement; this study could be a first approach for future research.

scholarly journals Residents’ Quality of Life in Smart Tourism Destinations: A Theoretical Approach

2020 ◽  
Vol 12 (20) ◽  
pp. 8445
Author(s):  
Adalberto Santos-Júnior ◽  
Fernando Almeida-García ◽  
Paulo Morgado ◽  
Luiz Mendes-Filho
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Life Satisfaction ◽  
Theoretical Model ◽  
Information And Communication Technologies ◽  
Information And Communication ◽  
Tourism Destinations ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Smart Tourism ◽  
Overall Life Satisfaction

The objective of this research is to propose a theoretical model based on studies on residents’ quality of life in smart tourism destinations. Smart tourism destinations are territories based on information and communication technologies (ICT), which improve travelers’ tourist experiences as well as affect the quality of life of residents. To know the context of the relationships between tourism and quality of life, main studies and theories regarding these two phenomena are analyzed. Likewise, the relationship between smart places and quality of life is also studied. Therefore, a theoretical model on residents’ quality of life in smart tourism destinations is proposed based on a systematized analysis of the literature. From the theoretical model, it is perceived that residents’ overall life satisfaction results from the relationship between perceived tourism impacts and satisfaction with specific life factors, and they are measured by qualitative indicators. Also, it is identified that the quality of life of residents is clearly influenced by the impacts of tourism and ICTs. In addition, it is understood that the residents’ overall life satisfaction corroborates for the further development of the smart tourism destination. Finally, we understand that the knowledge of residents’ perception and satisfaction of their quality of life contribute to formulation and implementation of urban and tourism development policies in smart tourism destinations.

scholarly journals Health-Related Quality of Life and Overall Life Satisfaction in People with Serious Mental Illness

2012 ◽  
Vol 2012 ◽  
pp. 1-6 ◽  
Author(s):  
Amy L. Barnes ◽  
Meghan E. Murphy ◽  
Christopher A. Fowler ◽  
Melisa V. Rempfer
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Life Satisfaction ◽  
Psychiatric Symptoms ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Mental Illnesses ◽  
Medical Comorbidity ◽  
Health Related ◽  
Mental Hrqol ◽  
Overall Life Satisfaction

Quality of life (QoL) in people with schizophrenia and other serious mental illnesses (SMI) is an important outcome goal, yet there is no consistent definition of the construct. We examined three aspects of QoL in persons with SMI: overall life satisfaction, physical health-related QoL (HRQoL), and mental HRQoL. This study had two primary aims: first, to examine whether there are differences in physical and mental HRQoL in persons with SMI, and, second, to investigate the cognitive, clinical, and functional correlates of the three QoL indicators. Participants were 48 persons with SMI who completed assessments of QoL, cognition, functional capacity, psychiatric symptomatology, and medical comorbidity. Results indicate that participants experience similar levels of physical and mental HRQoL, and these two constructs are not related to one another. Physical HRQoL is associated with less medical comorbidity, while mental HRQoL is associated with negative and depressive symptoms. Overall life satisfaction was associated with fewer psychiatric symptoms and less medical comorbidity. This study adds to the important literature defining distinct domains of QoL and supports the necessity of addressing both physical and mental health factors as they relate to recovery and well-being among persons with SMI.

scholarly journals Health and its Effects on the Quality of Life in the EU Countries

2016 ◽  
Vol 63 (1) ◽  
pp. 1-14
Author(s):  
Bibiána Nováková ◽  
Tatiana Vagašová
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Life Satisfaction ◽  
Perceived Health ◽  
Perceived Health Status ◽  
Health Satisfaction ◽  
Eu Countries ◽  
Research Goal ◽  
The Eu ◽  
Overall Life Satisfaction

The aim of the paper is to analyse health and its influence on quality of life in the EU countries. One of actually discussed topics in quality of life measurement is health. This paper assesses importance of health in determining the quality of life. First research goal tries to explore relationship between indicators of objective and self-perceived health status to find out means of their usage in the context of quality of life. Next goal is focused on influence of health satisfaction on overall life satisfaction. Final research goal tries to explain relationship between health of population and overall life satisfaction. Main contribution of the paper is to demonstrate differences between objective and self-perceived health and to point out the fact that overall life satisfaction is shaped by various dimensions of life.

scholarly journals Link between Financial Management Behaviours and Quality of Relationship and Overall Life Satisfaction among Married and Cohabiting Couples: Insights from Application of Artificial Neural Networks

2020 ◽  
Vol 17 (4) ◽  
pp. 1190 ◽  
Author(s):  
Monika Baryła-Matejczuk ◽  
Viktorija Skvarciany ◽  
Andrzej Cwynar ◽  
Wiesław Poleszak ◽  
Wiktor Cwynar
Keyword(s):  
Neural Networks ◽  
Life Satisfaction ◽  
Artificial Neural Networks ◽  
Financial Management ◽  
Satisfaction With Life Scale ◽  
Family Stress Model ◽  
Artificial Neural ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Overall Life Satisfaction

Background: To explain the link between household finances and the quality of the relationship between married or cohabitating partners and their life satisfaction, the Family Stress Model (FSM) was used and placed within the theoretical framework of the Couples and Finances Theory (CFT). Methods: The measures used to examine the relationship between partners were the Financial Management Behaviour Scale, the Marriage Questionnaire (KDM-2) adapted to a version for cohabitating couples, The Shared Goals and Values Scale, Harsh Start-up Scale, and the Satisfaction With Life Scale (SWLS). In order to find out the relationship between variables, artificial neural networks (ANN) were applied. The research was conducted on a sample of 500 couples living in Poland (384 married and 116 cohabitating couples). Results: The results indicate that overall life satisfaction is most influenced by fundamental, direct, current ways of dealing with the daily financial routine and by saving and investing behaviours. Credit management and insurance behaviours are the most important for the quality of the relationship between partners. Conclusions: The research shows that financial management behaviours have an impact on the quality of relationships as well as on the subjective well-being of people in a relationship, and their relationship dynamics. This finding may be used to highlight the psychological importance of financial management behaviours.

scholarly journals Apakah yang Kita Faham Mengenai Kesejahteraan Kanak-Kanak? Kajian Kes Di Pulau Gaya, Sabah

2018 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Saidatul Nornis Haji Mahali ◽  
Getrude Cosmas ◽  
Chua Bee Seok
Keyword(s):  
Life Satisfaction ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Health Condition ◽  
Satisfaction Scale ◽  
Single Item ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Family Choices ◽  
Life Satisfaction Scale ◽  
Overall Life Satisfaction

The aim of this study is to develop a better understanding of well-being concept as it relates to the children at Gaya Island. This study also focuses on quality of relationships of the children with others and their link with children’s happiness with life. Data for this study were obtained from 223 children with age ranged from 10 to 12 year old in the only one primary school at Gaya Island, Sabah. The Good Childhood Index was used to measure overall well-being and in relation to 10 aspects of the life of children. It includes a single-item measure of happiness with life as a whole, a five-item measure of overall life satisfaction. The results indicated that children in Gaya Island tend to be happy - the mean score on 10 point scale was 8.18. Around 7% of the children scored below the mid-point on this scale or around 16 out of 223 young people were more unhappy than happy. For life satisfaction scale, the score can range from 5 to 25. Again the result showed the life satisfaction of the children at Gaya Island was generally positive. The mean score on this scale was 19.22. Around 2.7% of children at Gaya Island scored below the mid-point of 15 on this scale. The result indicated that the choices in life and health condition were positive predictors of children’s happiness. Findings also showed well-being factors; relationship with family, choices in life, and appearance were significant predictors of Gaya Island’s children life satisfaction.

scholarly journals Growing Minds: Evaluating the Effect of Gardening on Quality of Life and Physical Activity Level of Older Adults

2010 ◽  
Vol 20 (4) ◽  
pp. 705-710 ◽  
Author(s):  
Aime J. Sommerfeld ◽  
Tina M. Waliczek ◽  
Jayne M. Zajicek
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Physical Activity ◽  
Life Satisfaction ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Activity Level ◽  
Social Self ◽  
Multiple Choice Questions ◽  
Adult Age ◽  
Health And Well Being

A questionnaire based on the Life Satisfaction Inventory A (LSIA) was used to investigate older adult (age 50+ years) gardeners' and nongardeners' perceptions of personal life satisfaction and levels of physical activity. The LSIA measures five components of quality of life: “zest for life,” “resolution and fortitude,” “congruence between desired and achieved goals,” “physical, psychological, and social self-concept,” and “optimism.” Additional multiple-choice questions were asked to determine respondents' level of physical activity, perceptions of overall health and well-being as well as to gather demographic information. The survey was posted on a university homepage for ≈1 month. Responses were gathered from 298 participants who differentiated themselves as gardeners or nongardeners by responding positively or negatively to the question “do you garden?” Results indicated statistically significant differences in comparisons of overall life satisfaction scores with gardeners receiving higher mean scores indicating more positive results on the LSIA. Four individual quality-of-life statements included in the LSIA yielded statistically significantly more positive answers by gardeners when compared with nongardeners. Other questions regarding healthful practices revealed that personal reports of physical activity and perceptions of personal health were statistically significantly more positive among gardeners when compared with nongardeners.

Life satisfaction, self-concept, and family relations in Chinese adolescents and children

2003 ◽  
Vol 27 (2) ◽  
pp. 182-189 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lei Chang ◽  
Catherine Mcbride-Chang ◽  
Sunita M. Stewart ◽  
Ernest Au
Keyword(s):  
Life Satisfaction ◽  
Cultural Context ◽  
Family Relations ◽  
Strong Predictor ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Self Concept ◽  
Subjective Well Being ◽  
Social Self ◽  
Emotional Detachment

Subjective well-being across the life span may be affected by both age-specific and age-general factors within a cultural context. Thus, this study explored both developmentally invariant and variable predictors of life satisfaction among 115 second-graders and 74 eighth-graders from Hong Kong. In a regression model, general self-concept and ratings of parental warmth and autonomy/detachment predicted life satisfaction equally across the two age groups. However, social self-concept was a strong predictor of life satisfaction among adolescents only, whereas actual academic test scores predicted life satisfaction only among the children. Mean group differences emerged as well, with adolescents scoring significantly lower in life satisfaction and self-concept and higher in emotional detachment than children. Results are explained in relation to both development and culture.

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