Includes bibliographical references (p. 435-489) and indexes
The principal concepts -- Well-being and self-validation -- Unemployment and retirement : role preference and other influences -- The vitamin analogy -- Constant effects beyond a threshold -- Control, skill, and goals -- Variety, clarity, and social contact -- Combinations, measurement, causes, and work profiles -- Social and judgmental influences -- Differences between sets of people -- Personality, genes, and happiness -- Moderator effects and differential salience -- Person-environment fit and work values -- Some consequences of happiness