Urban Risks and Their Influence on Subjective Well-being Around the World

Hugo Briseño, Guillermo Estefani, Alejandra Núñez-Acosta and Manuel Soto-Pérez ()
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Hugo Briseño: Universidad Panamericana
Guillermo Estefani: Universidad Panamericana
Alejandra Núñez-Acosta: Universidad Panamericana
Manuel Soto-Pérez: Universidad Panamericana

Journal of Happiness Studies, 2022, vol. 23, issue 4, No 15, 1617-1636

Abstract: Abstract The present research aims to provide evidence that the risks to which individuals are exposed when living in a given city are negatively associated with subjective well-being. The literature is systematically reviewed to highlight factors that affect both positively and negatively subjective well-being. It is noted that there are no studies that address how the risks of living in a city influence the happiness of its inhabitants. Several ordinary least squares models were carried out looking for the best fit that fulfilled the assumptions of normality, correct specification, homoscedasticity and non-multicollinearity. Data from 186 cities around the world were used, although the models incorporated from 120 to 125 due to the availability of information on the variables. These models show that there is a significant negative relationship between urban risks and subjective well-being. Evidence is also generated that social support, income and access to drinking water (public services) have a significant positive influence on subjective well-being. It is concluded that helping citizens mitigate risks in the face of possible threats can improve their self-perception of happiness. It is suggested to have a preventive rather than reactive approach to the possible problems faced by the population.

Keywords: Subjective well-being; Happiness; Urban risks; Risk (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2022
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