APS
2024 APS Annual Convention · 2024
Unlocking the Secrets of Vacation Bliss: Exploring the Link between Well-Being and Vacation Activities – Insights into the Positive Influence of Social Engagement and Calming Pursuits, and the Detrimental Impact of Work-Related Activities on Wellness
- Nour Younies
University of California - Irvine (Department of Psychological Science) - Nahal Dastmalchi
University of California, Irvine - Nikki Nasseri
University of California, Irvine - Rui Wang
University of California-Irvine (Department of Cognitive Science ) - Jazlyn Luu
University of California, Irvine - Sarah Pressman
University of California, Irvine
Abstract
This study delves into the connection between vacation activities and well-being, focusing on understanding what types of activities are most beneficial. Activities with others (i.e., social activities) were most associated with feeling like the vacation was a real break (r = 0.263) and also with heightened happiness (r = 0.305).
Happiness