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Direct linkGuven, Cahit; Sorensen, Bent E. – Social Indicators Research, 2012
Using data from the US General Social Survey 1972-2004, we study the role of perceptions and status in self-reported happiness. Reference group income negatively relates to own happiness and high perceptions about own relative income, quality of dwelling, and social class relate positively and very significantly to happiness. Perceptions about…
Descriptors: Psychological Patterns, Well Being, Housing, Social Class
Wells, Gayle M. – Journal of American College Health, 2010
Religiosity and campus culture were examined in relationship to alcohol consumption among college students using reference group theory. Participants and Methods: College students (N = 530) at a religious college and at a state university complete questionnaires on alcohol use and religiosity. Statistical tests and logistic regression were…
Descriptors: College Students, Reference Groups, Drinking, Religious Factors
