wellbeingoriented
Wellbeingoriented is an adjective used to describe approaches, policies, or practices that prioritize the enhancement of overall wellbeing for individuals, groups, or communities. It foregrounds physical, mental, social, and material dimensions of wellbeing and seeks sustainable, long-term improvements rather than short-term gains. The term is commonly written as wellbeing-oriented or wellbeing-oriented, with hyphenation varying by style.
Origin and scope: The term combines wellbeing with orientation, and is used across sectors such as public
Key characteristics: Holistic and person-centered; equity-focused and inclusive of marginalized groups; preventive and resilience-building; integrates environmental,
Applications: In policy, wellbeing indicators inform budgeting and program evaluation. In product and service design, it
Criticisms and challenges: The concept can be vague or culturally relative, complicating measurement. Benefits may be