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Studies

Naess et al. (2007): study NO 2005

Publication

Author(s):
Naess, S.; Eriksen, J.; Tambs, K.
Title:
Psychological Well-Being of People with Epilepsy in Norway.
Source:
Epilepsy and Behavior, 20007, Vol. 11, 310 - 315.

Investigation

Public
16+ aged epilepsia patients, Norway, 2005-09
Survey name
Unnamed study
Sample
Probability simple random sample
Respondents
N = 597
Non Response
56%
Assessment
Questionnaire: Paper & Pencil Interview (PAPI)
Mailed questionnaire

Happiness Measure(s) and Distributional Findings

Full text:
Self report on single question:

Here is a picture of a ladder. The top of the ladder '10' represents the best possible life for you and the bottom '0' is the worst possible life for you. In general , where on the ladder do you feel you stand at the moment? Tick the box next to the number that best describes where you stand
10 best possible
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
0 worst possible life
Classification:
C-BW-c-sq-l-11-e
Author's label:
life satisfaction
Page in publication:
627-631

Correlational Findings

Author's label Subject Description Finding life satisfaction Earlier physical health
Epilepsy (g00-32)