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From Attachment to Happiness: Unveiling the Mediating Role of Social Integration in Life Satisfaction

Evors, Nicole LU (2024) PSYP01 20231
Department of Psychology
Abstract (Swedish)
This study examined the relationship between adult attachment dimensions and life satisfaction among expatriates residing in European countries, with a particular focus on the challenges of social isolation and cultural adaptation. It hypothesized that expatriates with secure attachment styles were more likely to report higher levels of life satisfaction compared to those with avoidant or anxious attachment styles. It also explored how cultural integration can enhance social support and how coping mechanisms provide valuable insights into the relationship between attachment dimensions and life satisfaction among expatriates. By employing the Satisfaction With Life Scale (SWLS) and the Adult Attachment Scale (AAS), data was gathered from... (More)
This study examined the relationship between adult attachment dimensions and life satisfaction among expatriates residing in European countries, with a particular focus on the challenges of social isolation and cultural adaptation. It hypothesized that expatriates with secure attachment styles were more likely to report higher levels of life satisfaction compared to those with avoidant or anxious attachment styles. It also explored how cultural integration can enhance social support and how coping mechanisms provide valuable insights into the relationship between attachment dimensions and life satisfaction among expatriates. By employing the Satisfaction With Life Scale (SWLS) and the Adult Attachment Scale (AAS), data was gathered from 120 respondents, primarily women living in Czechia and Denmark. Analyzing it revealed a positive correlation between secure attachment and life satisfaction. In addition, the findings supported the idea that integration into the host culture significantly mediated this relationship. The study also noted that attachment anxiety had a negative effect on life satisfaction, while the attachment dimension close exerted a positive influence. These results offer insights for professionals supporting expatriates, although the study acknowledges limitations such as a small sample size, gender imbalance, and potential cultural biases. Future research should focus on more diverse and longitudinal samples to improve understanding of expatriates’ life satisfaction over time. (Less)
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author
Evors, Nicole LU
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PSYP01 20231
year
type
H2 - Master's Degree (Two Years)
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keywords
adult attachment style, life satisfaction, expatriates, integration
language
English
id
9177253
date added to LUP
2024-11-04 10:33:48
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2024-11-04 10:33:48
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  abstract     = {{This study examined the relationship between adult attachment dimensions and life satisfaction among expatriates residing in European countries, with a particular focus on the challenges of social isolation and cultural adaptation. It hypothesized that expatriates with secure attachment styles were more likely to report higher levels of life satisfaction compared to those with avoidant or anxious attachment styles. It also explored how cultural integration can enhance social support and how coping mechanisms provide valuable insights into the relationship between attachment dimensions and life satisfaction among expatriates. By employing the Satisfaction With Life Scale (SWLS) and the Adult Attachment Scale (AAS), data was gathered from 120 respondents, primarily women living in Czechia and Denmark. Analyzing it revealed a positive correlation between secure attachment and life satisfaction. In addition, the findings supported the idea that integration into the host culture significantly mediated this relationship. The study also noted that attachment anxiety had a negative effect on life satisfaction, while the attachment dimension close exerted a positive influence. These results offer insights for professionals supporting expatriates, although the study acknowledges limitations such as a small sample size, gender imbalance, and potential cultural biases. Future research should focus on more diverse and longitudinal samples to improve understanding of expatriates’ life satisfaction over time.}},
  author       = {{Evors, Nicole}},
  language     = {{eng}},
  note         = {{Student Paper}},
  title        = {{From Attachment to Happiness: Unveiling the Mediating Role of Social Integration in Life Satisfaction}},
  year         = {{2024}},
}