Referring to an overall sense of well-being with a strong relation to a person's health perceptions and ability to function. On a larger scale, quality of life can be viewed as including all aspects of community life that have a direct and quantifiable influence on the physical and mental health of its members.
A term that connotes an overall sense of well being.
A person's ability to enjoy life's activities.
A person’s well-being (physical, mental, emotional, social) looked at as a whole, usually by that person.
an idea which is difficult to define because it means different things to different people. Things which make for a good quality of life might include high income, good health, good housing, basic home amenities, pleasant surroundings, recreational open space, good local shops, a secure job, etc..
The level of enjoyment and fulfillment derived by humans from the life they live within their local economic, cultural, social, and environmental conditions. The Jacksonville Community Council defines quality of life as the “feeling of wellbeing, fulfillment, or satisfaction resulting from factors in the external environments.” Quality of life, in this sense, is most directly measured using subjective indicators. However, objective indicators are often used to track the external conditions which affect quality of life.
your personal satisfaction (or dissatisfaction) with the cultural or intellectual conditions under which you live (as distinct from material comfort); "the new art museum is expected to improve the quality of life"
When calculations are made concerning how much a given treatment will benefit different patients, that calculation of benefit may legitimately include considerations about how fulfilling and complete a life a patient may go on to lead. A variety of ethically difficult decisions are thus facilitated by the notion of the "quality of life." Another sphere in which quality-of-life determinations come into play is that of care for the dying. See also: palliative care, resource allocation [See Case Studies related to Quality of Life
The overall enjoyment of life. Many clinical trials measure aspects of an individual's sense of well-being and ability to perform various tasks to assess the effects of cancer and its treatment on the quality of life.
Sometimes measured by income, wealth, safety, recreation and education facilities, education health, aesthetics, leisure time and the like.
Perception of ability to meet daily needs, physical activities, well-being.
the standard of life that an individual enjoys. Quality of life goes beyond simply meaning the material things that make parts of our everyday lives more pleasant or less onerous. It includes such things as environmental health, the satisfaction of relationships with others, dignifying work.
Those aspects of the economic, social and physical environment that make a community a desirable place in which to live or do business. Quality of life factors include those such as climate and natural features, access to schools, housing, employment opportunities, medical facilities, cultural and recreational amenities, and public services.
This is a hard one to define for people. We all know that we want "it" for our loved ones and ourselves. But what is it? There is no Webster's definition. So here is my definition: That a living creature finds pleasure or enjoyment in their life and is still able to engage or participant in some manner. It differs with each individual and circumstance. I also believe it is one's attitude that helps determine your quality of life.
Quality of life refers to the level of satisfaction that an individual experiences in life. Factors include: economic status, physical and mental health, relationships with others, personal development, and recreation.
Measure of overall enjoyment of life. Many research studies evaluate the effects of cancer and its treatment on patients’ quality of life. These studies measure things like a patient’s sense of well-being and ability to perform various activities.
Measurable assessment of overall patient well-being.
The overall enjoyment of life. Many clinical trials measure aspects of a person's sense of well-being and ability to perform various tasks in order to assess the effects that cancer and its treatment have on the person.
This term embraces a spectrum of uses and meanings. Within this document 'quality of life' is a multidimensional concept that includes subjectively and objectively ascertained levels of physical, social and emotional functioning. (adapted from Katschnig, H., Freeman, H., Sartorius,N., John Wiley and Sons(1998) Quality of Life in mental Disorders, England)
A complete state of physical, mental, emotional and social wellbeing, and not merely the absence of disease.
A person's physical, mental, and social well-being. Also known as health-related quality of life (HRQOL).
A measure of the overall well-being of a Participant.
Degree to which a person enjoys the important possibilities of his/her life.
Refers to the level of comfort, enjoyment, and ability to pursue daily activities of living.
An evaluation of health status relative to the patient's age, expectations, and physical and mental capabilities
A construct that "connotes an overall sense of well-being when applied to an individual" and a "supportive environment when applied to a community" (Moriarty, 1996). While some dimensions of quality of life can be quantified using indicators that research has shown to be related to determinants of health and community-well being, other valid dimensions of QOL include the perceptions of community residents about aspects of their neighborhoods and communities that either enhance or diminish their quality of life. This is a category of data recommended for collection within MAPP's Community Health Status Assessment.
The overall enjoyment of life. Many clinical trials assess the effects of cancer and its treatment on the quality of life. These studies measure aspects of an individual's sense of well-being and ability to carry out various tasks.
People's overall well-being. Quality of life is difficult to measure (whether for an individual, group, or nation) because in addition to material well-being (see standard of living) it includes such intangible components as the quality of the environment, national security, personal safety, and political and economic freedoms.
An important consideration in medical care, quality of life refers to the patient's ability to enjoy normal life activities. Some medical treatments can seriously impair quality of life without much overall health benefit, while others greatly enhance quality of life.
An individual's overall sense of well-being. In medical studies, quality of life is measured using various standardized questionnaires to rate such factors as pain, treatment side-effects, mood, energy level, family and social interactions, sexual function, ability to work, and ability to keep up with routine daily activities.
Used in the context of a medical condition, quality of life refers to the overall status of a combination of factors: a person's health, symptoms, and level of physical and social functioning. If an illness and its treatment have a negative impact on a person's sense of well-being and ability to perform daily activities, then quality of life may be poor.
Well-being as defined by each individual. It relates both to experiences that are meaningful and valuable to the individual, and his/her capacity to have such experiences.
In hearing terms, it refers to the increased ability to enjoy and pursue daily activities when a hearing loss is addressed with amplification.
A broad concept including the quality of health, housing, educational attainment, employment and public services, etc., which may be measured to help inform social policy.
is defined as the 'physical, social and emotional aspects of a patient's well being that are relevant and importnat to the individual'.
1. Overall enjoyment of life and activities of daily living. 2. Measure of the ability to perform customary tasks and sense of well-being. Many trials include a q.o.l. survey, often including a patient diary.
Refers to the level of comfort, enjoyment, ability to pursue daily activities. Often used in discussions of treatment options.
The overall enjoyment of life, a sense of well-being, and the ability to carry out routine activities.
Quality of life (QOL) refers to the maintenance of human dignity and improved wellbeing. Recently, emphasis is being placed on more patient-oriented treatment that enables the individual to regain his or her original vitality and to live a more comfortable lifestyle.
A rating of what kind of existence a person experiences. In estimating the quality of life the following items are usually considered: 1) mobility and activities of daily life; 2) living arrangements; 3) social relationships; 4) work and leisure activities; 5) present satisfaction; and 6) future prospects. [Click Here To Return To List
The well-being or quality of life' of a population is an important concern in economics and political science. There are many components to well-being. A large part is standard of living, the amount of money and access to goods and services that a person has; these numbers are fairly easily measured.
Quality of Life (2004) is a narrative feature film, telling the fictional story of two graffiti writers in the Mission District of San Francisco.
"Quality of Life" is the third episode of the USA Network original series the Dead Zone, based on the novel of the same name by Stephen King.
