IDLab Seminar: Validation of the mPARMA scale as a tool for studying “happiness in the moment”

We invite you to attend the International Laboratory for the Economics of Intangible Assets (IDLab)'s scientific seminar on May 30th, which is dedicated to validating of the mPARMA scale as a tool for studying “happiness in the moment”

Abstract:

The emergence of positive psychology has drawn attention to the study of happiness and well-being. In positive psychology, well-being is typically examined through two components: hedonic well-being, which involves seeking pleasure and enjoyment, and eudaimonic well-being, rooted in experiencing purpose and meaning in life. The PERMA model present one of the latest frameworks in this field of positive psychology and conceptualizes well-being as a multidimensional construct integrating five elements: Positive emotions (hedonic experiences of positivity, satisfaction, and pleasure), Engagement (flow states characterized by losing track of time), Relationships (feeling cared for and loved), Meaning (having a sense of purpose), and Achievement (life accomplishments). These elements collectively capture both hedonic and eudaimonic aspects. Real-time measurement of well-being represents a critical advancement for applying the PERMA model. Subjective well-being dynamically fluctuates with life circumstances, unfolding across short- and long-term timescales. Momentary experiences accumulate to shape global well-being evaluations. Dynamic assessment tools, such as the mPERMA scale introduced by Heshmati et al. (2023), can reveal patterns in well-being dynamics and links them to long-term outcomes.

Previous studies demonstrate mPERMA’s strong internal consistency, convergent validity with other well-being measures and cross-cultural applicability. The scale also predicts outcomes like job satisfaction and psychological safety, informing workplace interventions. However, scholars argue that evolving societal norms necessitate ongoing scale updates, positioning validation as a continuous process. This study presents the first attemp to validation of a Russian version of mPERMA adaptation. Data were collected via a Telegram bot between February and May 2025, incorporating mPERMA.

Seminar language: English

When and where?

 May 30th, 2025 (Friday), online

 17:00 GMT+5 (Perm time) / 15:00 GMT+3 (Moscow time)

To attend the seminar, please complete the registration form: