Research

Researchers have devoted decades to understanding what leads some people to be healthier than others. However, most people have only studied disease and disorder and failed to also address strengths and wellbeing. In this study, we want to look at what is going wrong and what is going right in different people from around the world. We want to capture the entire picture of what it means to be healthy and most importantly, track people to understand how they change over time. This is the first study of its kind to look in depth at people's well-being from around the world. If you chose to participate, you’ll be helping us to answer some of the most tantalising questions that our society faces today!

The study begins in March 2009, has nine assessment points, each three months apart, and ends in March 2011. Participants are required to complete five consecutive assessments (i.e., over one year). This study is open to the general population to participate in, and specific populations are also targeted.

If you would like to participate, please view the international wellbeing study website. If you would like to know more or discuss potential involvement in this research project, e-mail: Aaron Jarden - aaron.jarden@openpolytechnic.ac.nz

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