Life Satisfaction among the Poorest of the Poor: A Study in Urban Slum Communities in India

Sulkers, Esther; Loos, Jasmijn

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“…One such reason is that significant populations in impoverished conditions can still attain certain elements of perceived well-being. Additionally, it is notable that individuals in poverty often experience high levels of life satisfaction within the Global South territory (Recent empirical evidence is provided by Sulkers and Loos (2022). This evidence reinforces Veenhoven's (2005) theory that individuals can experience happiness and contribute to others even in challenging and unpredictable circumstances, which frequently characterise Global South welfare regimes (Yuda and Kühner, 2023).…”

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Re-understanding well-being in the Global South: a literature review and conceptual synthesis

Pinem,

Yuda,

Chen

2023

IJSSP

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PurposeThe significance of well-being in social development policy and practice is increasingly acknowledged by scholars and practitioners worldwide. Nevertheless, when examining well-being within the context of Global South trends, existing conceptualisations seem to yield incongruent indicators. Given the background, this paper aims to synthesise theoretical and empirical literature on well-being to foster an understanding of well-being in contemporary Global South.Design/methodology/approachThis article reviews the now large literature on the well-being in the Global South. The article begins with a discussion of the contributions of state-of-the-art developments in well-being studies, a realm experiencing remarkable growth in social policy studies. It then turns to the prominent well-being constructs that have garnered considerable attention within the literature, with an examination of the Global North and Global South context followed by reinterpretation of these concepts to facilitate a comprehensive study of well-being beyond the realms of welfare states. Concluding the narrative, a succinct outline of potential pathways for future research is presented in the final section.FindingsThe review reveals that the concept of well-being in the Global South does not necessarily deviate entirely from the prevailing belief that the region is fundamentally distinct from the Global North on a conceptual level. The authors have discovered that three core dimensions of well-being, namely objective, subjective and relational, are observable across societal boundaries due to the diffusion of knowledge and social and cultural practices that have progressively aligned them with Global North-style modernisation. An exception arises in the relational aspect, where the attainment of positive collective relationships precedes individual happiness to some extent. The paper advances a renewed perspective on well-being, portraying it as a situational, interconnected, collective undertaking and continuous process. These approaches empower the researchers to address the overarching question of which analytical foundations can most effectively uncover the intricacies of well-being in diverse and contemporary circumstances.Originality/valueThis paper helps the researchers to address the overarching question of which analytical foundations can most effectively uncover the intricacies of well-being in diverse and contemporary circumstances, thereby facilitating future enhancements in social policy design.

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Re-understanding well-being in the Global South: a literature review and conceptual synthesis

Pinem,

Yuda,

Chen

2023

IJSSP

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“…The constant struggle to meet basic needs and the lack of social support systems can lead to reduced well-being. Studies have shown the negative impact of poverty on overall life satisfaction and happiness (Oishi et al, 2022;Sulkers & Loos, 2022). The longterm consequences of poor well-being go beyond the individual level and can also affect communities and societies as a whole.…”

Section: Psychological Dimensions Of Povertymentioning

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The Multi-Dimensional Nature of Poverty: A Review of Contemporary Research

Zulkifli¹,

Abidin²

2023

IJAREMS

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This study critically examines the multi-dimensional nature of poverty, its measurement challenges and modern methods of addressing it. In addition to income-based measures, poverty encompasses several dimensions that require a comprehensive understanding. A large body of literature was identified through a systematic search of several databases using relevant keywords. Through a rigorous filtering process, the selection was narrowed down to 88 articles, which are reviewed in depth to identify research gaps and contribute to the existing literature. The study highlights the importance of selecting appropriate indicators that capture the various aspects of poverty and go beyond monetary considerations. It highlights the importance of reliable and timely data, standardised measurement approaches and subjective assessments of well-being to capture people's life experiences. Multidimensional poverty indices, such as the Multidimensional Poverty Index (MPI) and the Capabilities Approach, are known to provide comprehensive measurements and information for targeted interventions. By addressing research gaps on the multi-dimensional nature of poverty, this study aims to improve understanding and contribute to evidence-based policies and interventions to promote inclusive societies and comprehensive poverty reduction efforts.

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“…In this special issue, we feature 11 empirical studies that inquire into some facet of well-being of different marginalized groups. Three studies explicitly focus on well-being among those who are economically marginalized in society (Aruta et al, 2022 ; Sulkers & Loos, 2022 ; Tee et al, 2022 ), a marginal status that intersects with the focus of three other studies involving individuals in low status occupations (Aboobaker, 2022 ; Bernardo et al, 2022 ; Mata & Tarroja, 2022 ). The latter set of studies do not explicit focus on the economic status of the participants in their study, but their social context indicates that the some of the jobs involved are taken by persons from lower socioeconomic groups.…”

Section: Psychology Of Well-being Research In South Asia and Southeas...mentioning

confidence: 99%

“…In the case of Filipino migrant workers in Macau, detachment from their heritage cultures seems to also show adaptive functions as it relates to positive well-being in their present circumstances (Bernardo et al, 2022 ). Even among the poorest of the poor, the urban slum communities of India, life satisfaction does not seem to be low as the poor people seem to have adapted to the relative deprivation in their communities (Sulkers & Loos, 2022 ). Also consistent with this theme are findings on how self-efficacy is an important correlate of well-being among child-care workers (Mata & Tarroja, 2022 ) and family caregivers of persons with spinal cord injury (Biclar et al, 2022 ).…”

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confidence: 99%

The Psychology of Well-Being in the Margins: Voices from and Prospects for South Asia and Southeast Asia

2022

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Research and publications on the psychology of well-being have steadily increased in recent decades, but research on the peoples of South Asian and Southeast Asian is quite underrepresented in the research literature. Even as people from the regions comprise one third of the current global population, studies on well-being of individuals and groups from countries in the two regions are disproportionately fewer compared to other countries and regions. The special issue is a modest attempt to call attention to this underrepresentation, and to individuals and groups that are in the margins of these societies. The special issue features 11 empirical studies focused on well-being of people who either face economic hardships, have low-status occupations, experience discrimination due to gender, or experience physical disabilities. The studies highlight how well-being can be conceptualized as an adaptive process, which involves finding meaning and coping and drawing from one’s agency and resources. The studies in the special, while limited in scope, will hopefully serve as catalyst for further research on the psychology of well-being in the two regions in ways that will enrich global theory and research.

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Life Satisfaction among the Poorest of the Poor: A Study in Urban Slum Communities in India

Cited by 6 publications

References 62 publications

Re-understanding well-being in the Global South: a literature review and conceptual synthesis

Re-understanding well-being in the Global South: a literature review and conceptual synthesis

The Multi-Dimensional Nature of Poverty: A Review of Contemporary Research

The Psychology of Well-Being in the Margins: Voices from and Prospects for South Asia and Southeast Asia

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