Effects of wisdom and religiosity on subjective well-being in old age and young adulthood: exploring the pathways through mastery and purpose in life

@article{Ardelt2018EffectsOW,
  title={Effects of wisdom and religiosity on subjective well-being in old age and young adulthood: exploring the pathways through mastery and purpose in life},
  author={Monika Ardelt and Michel Ferrari},
  journal={International Psychogeriatrics},
  year={2018},
  volume={31},
  pages={477 - 489}
}
ABSTRACTObjectives:Prior research found that the positive association between wisdom and subjective well-being might at least partially be explained by a greater sense of mastery and purpose in life. This study tested whether religiosity provides an alternative pathway to well-being and whether the associations are moderated by age cohort and nation of residency. DESIGN AND PARTICIPANTS A quota sample design was used, stratified by age group, sex, and nation of residency, to collect cross… 
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