Subjective Happiness, Life Satisfaction, and Psychological Flourishing in Algeria: A Cross-Sectional Study
摘要
This study examines the relationships between subjective happiness, life satisfaction, and psychological flourishing among 418 Algerian university students. Drawing on Diener’s model of well-being, Fredrickson’s broaden-and-build theory, and Hofstede’s cultural dimensions, we explore these constructs within a collectivist context. Participants completed the Subjective Happiness Scale (SHS), the Satisfaction with Life Scale (SWLS), and the Flourishing Scale (FS), all showing good internal consistency. Correlations revealed significant positive associations among the variables (r = 0.43 to 0.52, p < 0.001). Multiple regression showed that both subjective happiness (β = 0.25, p < 0.001) and life satisfaction (β = 0.35, p < 0.001) significantly predicted flourishing, accounting for 27.3% of its variance (R² = 0.273). These findings highlight how communal values may strengthen life satisfaction in well-being. This research contributes to cross-cultural positive psychology and supports culturally tailored interventions. However, the cross-sectional design limits causal inference; future research should explore longitudinal and moderating dynamics.