This chapter provides an overview of the concepts studied in well-being research, to lay the
groundwork for the research reported in this volume. The material is organized in terms of …

Being creative is considered a desirable trait, yet most empirical studies emphasize how to
increase creativity rather than explore its possible benefits. A natural connection is how …

Using representative cross-sections from 166 nations (more than 1.7 million respondents),
we examined differences in three measures of subjective well-being over the life span …

Generativity entails both the motive and the behavior to support and guide younger people
and to benefit “future generations.” Given its relevance for work and career outcomes …

Much of the current psychology research on well‐being similarly addresses hedonia and/or
eudaimonia, making the hedonic–eudaimonic distinction a central concept in positive …

Building on prior studies in environmental behaviour and employee micro level CSR, this
paper examines the role of generativity, encompassing thoughts towards the well-being of …

Erikson already emphasized the importance of staying generative in old age. The concept of
generativity as an important element in human development, significantly impacting on one's …

Intergenerational programs are reported as one type of social activity that may promote
active aging among older adults. Survey methodology using open and closed-ended …

Bridge employment refers to the labor force participation after people retire from career jobs.
It is becoming a prevalent phenomenon for retirees transitioning from employment to …

Purpose Building upon a larger mixed-methods research agenda, the purpose of this
research study was to explore the growth of generativity (ie care for the next generation) …