Introduction
Well-being is a broad concept that encompasses many aspects of life. The World Health Organization (WHO) Well-Being Index (WHO-10) is a tool that has been developed to measure overall well-being. This index assesses subjective well-being, which is composed of both psychological and social components. It is composed of 10 items that measure various aspects of well-being, such as physical health, psychological health, social relationships, and overall life satisfaction. The WHO-10 has been widely used in research and practice to evaluate overall well-being in individuals as well as in different populations.
Background
The WHO-10 was developed by WHO in 2008 as part of the WHO Quality of Life Instrument (WHOQOL-BREF) to measure overall subjective well-being. It is composed of 10 items that assess various aspects of well-being, such as physical health, psychological health, social relationships, and overall life satisfaction. Each item is rated on a five-point scale, with higher scores indicating higher levels of well-being. The WHO-10 has been translated into many languages and used in various countries around the world.
Methods
The WHO-10 has been used in numerous studies to assess overall well-being. The instrument has been validated in several studies and has been found to be reliable and valid in different populations. The WHO-10 has also been used in clinical settings to evaluate well-being in individuals and to monitor changes in well-being over time.
Results
The WHO-10 has been found to be a valid and reliable measure of overall well-being in different populations. The instrument has been used in numerous studies to assess overall well-being in individuals and populations. The results of these studies have revealed important insights into the effects of various factors on well-being.
Conclusion
The WHO-10 is a valid and reliable tool for measuring overall well-being in individuals and populations. The instrument has been widely used in research and practice to evaluate overall well-being. Future research should continue to explore the effects of various factors on well-being and the utility of the WHO-10 in different settings.
References
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