Wellbeing: A Complete Reference Guide: Economics of Wellbeing

Wellbeing: A Complete Reference Guide is the first multi–volume, interdisciplinary exploration of the topic of wellbeing. The notion of wellbeing has grown in importance and prominence across the globe in recent years and this reference work provides an in–depth examination of the characteristics that enable individuals and organizations to thrive and flourish. Under the direction of noted academic Cary Cooper, and edited by a distinguished group of senior scholars from a variety of disciplines, this project looks at wellbeing from multiple perspectives, including children and families; the workplace; the environment; later life; economics; and interventions and public policy. Spanning the social sciences and encompassing the latest research, this is an essential reference for scholars, students, professionals, and policymakers who want to enhance and promote human wellbeing. The Economics of Wellbeing provides a comprehensive overview of the topic, including a history of economic research in this area.  It examines the challenges inherent in studying and measuring wellbeing from an economic perspective.  It discusses various strategies and interventions that can improve wellbeing across the lifespan and in different settings, from the workplace to the home to the natural environment.  In accessible language, the contributors address the potential economic benefits for governments and policymakers of actively investing in initiatives to improve wellbeing for citizens.  Throughout, there is an emphasis on strengthening the evidence base in this area and improving methods for translating economic research into policy and practice.

David McDaid is Senior Research Fellow in Health Policy and Health Economics at LSE Health and Social Care and the European Observatory on Health Systems and Policies at the London School of Economics and Political Science. Cary L. Cooper is Distinguished Professor of Organizational Psychology and Health at Lancaster University.