The University of Queensland

Social Networks and Subjective Wellbeing in Australia, China and the United Kingdom (2013–2015)

Abstract:

Social science and social policy increasingly recognise that people's family, friendship and other networks matter for their health and well-being. But it remains unclear why networks are important and what kinds of positive and negative effects they might have. Research has also been confined to developed countries. We develop a new theory of network effects on wellbeing and examine it in Australia, China and UK. We will contribute to the social scientific understanding of networks and their effects in developed and developing societies and will also inform policy and program design and delivery in areas relating to individual and community well-being.

Grant type:

ARC Discovery Projects

Researchers:

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  Professor Mark Western

  Director, The QLD Commitment & Prof
  

  Centre for Policy Futures

  Faculty of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences

Funded by:

Australian Research Council