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Studies

Betz (1984): study US 1982

Publication

Author(s):
Betz, E.L.
Title:
Two Tests of Maslow's Theory of Need Fulfillment.
Source:
Journal of Vocational Behavior, 1984, Vol. 24, 204 - 220

Investigation

Public
College graduated women, USA, 1982
Sample
Respondents
N = 474
Non Response
33%
Assessment
Questionnaire: Paper & Pencil Interview (PAPI)
Mailed questionnaire

Happiness Measure(s) and Distributional Findings

Full text:
Self report on single question:

"How satisfied are you with your life currently?"
0 Not at all
1
2
3
4  neutral
5
6
7
8 A great deal
Classification:
O-SLu-c-sq-n-8-a
Author's label:
Life satisfaction

Correlational Findings

Author's label Subject Description Finding Need fullfillment Satisfaction with aspects of work