J.D. Pincus critiques the current understanding of holistic well-being in human resources and mental health care, noting a lack of theoretical consensus and clear definitions. It suggests that well-being should be grounded in established psychological theories of human motivation. He argue that the diverse definitions of well-being can be unified under a comprehensive model of twelve human motivations. By adopting this structured approach, the paper aims to improve theory development, research methods, and practical applications, providing clearer and more effective frameworks for understanding and promoting well-being. This approach helps avoid past errors and creates a more cohesive understanding of well-being in both theory and practice.
Well-being as Human Motivation: Implications for Theory, Methods, and Practice
