Predictors of Happiness among Early Adults: A Comparative Study between Early Adults of Asia and Africa

Abstract

This study explored the determinants of happiness among early adults in Asia and Africa. The study surveyed 620 individuals, revealing distinct perceptions of life between the two regions. Asian participants reported feeling closer to their ideal lives, while Africans expressed higher overall life satisfaction. Notably, African respondents exhibited more extroversion, agreeableness, openness, and emotional stability, with 28.4% scoring high on the Oxford Happiness Questionnaire, indicating a greater prevalence of happiness compared to 12.9% in Asia. The findings highlight the complex interplay of cultural and personal factors in the pursuit of well-being and suggest targeted interventions to enhance life satisfaction and happiness among early adults in these regions.