The Subjective Well-Being of the Homeless, and Lessons for Happiness.

摘要: The current study assessed the subjective well-being of a broad spectrum homeless people. One-hundred-and-eighty-six people from streets Calcutta (India), California, and tent camp in Portland (Oregon) were interviewed, responded to measures well-being. They answered questions about life satisfaction, satisfaction with various domains, their experience positive negative emotions. mean rating was slightly for both American samples but pavement dwellers Calcutta. Satisfaction self-related domains positive, whereas material related generally negative. social appears be area largest variation among groups. We discuss importance factors basic needs as they relate overall homeless.