A within-study cross-validation of the values-as-ideals measure: levels of value orientation explain variability in well-being

Besika, Anastasia

doi:10.1016/j.heliyon.2022.e12131

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“…Multicultural studies show that a set of value domains (i.e., Security, Power, Achievement, Hedonism, Stimulation, Self-Direction, Universalism, Benevolence, Conformity, and Tradition) serve as guiding principles within the social framework of all cultures and represent ideals that influence people’s behavior ( Schwartz, 1992 ; Schwartz and Cieciuch, 2021 ). Through socialization processes that occur within different settings (e.g., education, family, work), individuals integrate universal ideals to a different degree ( Cieciuch et al, 2016 ; Besika, 2022 ). Recent evidence reveals that people cognitively integrate a shared pattern of universal values, with Power being at the lowest boundary and Benevolence forming the highest boundary of the pattern.…”

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“…The overall level of integration of this value pattern provides meaningful information regarding people’s level of well-being. People with a high level of value orientation report higher levels of meaning and life satisfaction than those with a lower level of value orientation ( Besika, 2022 ). Those with a higher level of association between their values and daily experiences report higher average levels of meaning and life satisfaction compared to those with a low level of association ( Besika et al, 2022 ).…”

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confidence: 99%

“…The value pattern constitutes another primary cognitive component that represents a person’s social context ( Rokeach, 1973 ). Longitudinal studies show that throughout their development, people integrate universal values at a different level of importance ( Cieciuch et al, 2016 ; Coelho et al, 2019 ; Besika, 2022 ). Studies indicate that a person’s values are characterized by an interest to either serve the self and/or others.…”

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A within-study cross-validation of the values-as-ideals measure: levels of value orientation explain variability in well-being

Cited by 3 publications

References 80 publications

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An everlasting love: The relationship of happiness and meaning

Which One is the Best for Evaluating the Multidimensional Structure of Meaning in Life Among Chinese: A Comparison of Three Multidimensional Scales

A nomothetic theory of well-being: four functional abilities that promote psychological stability and resilience

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