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  • January to March 2026 Article ID: NSS9779 Impact Factor:8.05 Cite Score:73 Download: 0 DOI: https://doi.org/10.63574/nss.9779 View PDf

    A Correlational Study of Altruism and Subjective Well-Being

      Jyoti
        Ph. D Scholar, Gurukul Kangri (Deemed to be ) University, Haridwar (Uttrakhand)
      Dr. Arun Kumar
        Professor and Head (Psychology) Gurukul Kangri (Deemed to be) University, Haridwar (Uttrakhand)
      Dr. Shyamlata Juyal
        Retd. Professor (Psychology) Gurukul Kangri (Deemed to be) University, Haridwar (Uttrakhand)

Abstract:Altruism during emerging adulthood acts as a powerful catalyst for personal growth and mental flourishing. Engaging in pro-social behavior helps young adult navigate identity shifts while fostering deep emotional fulfillment and subjective well-being.  This study explores the relationship between altruism and subjective well being among emerging adults. Using a descriptive survey method, a sample of 100 emerging adults under age groups of 20-24 years was purposively selected from Delhi –NCR region. Purposive sampling method was used of the study. Standardized tools like Helping attitude Scale (HAS) and The PERMA Profiler were administered and data were analyzed by using mean, SD and Pearson’s correlation method. The result of the study revealed that there is positive relationship was found between altruism and subjective well-being among emerging adults.

Keywords: Altruism, Subjective well-being, Adults.