Interpersonal Trust and Quality of Life in Japan
Author Information
Author(s): Tokuda Yasuharu, Jimba Masamine, Yanai Haruo, Fujii Seiji, Inoguchi Takashi
Primary Institution: Center for Clinical Epidemiology, St Luke's Life Science Institute, St Luke's International Hospital, Tokyo, Japan
Hypothesis
Is there an association between interpersonal trust and quality of life among Japanese people?
Conclusion
Greater interpersonal trust is strongly associated with a better quality of life among Japanese adults.
Supporting Evidence
- Greater trust was recognized among women compared to men.
- Participants aged 60-69 reported higher trust levels than those aged 20-29.
- Trust was positively correlated with all domains of quality of life.
Takeaway
If you trust people more, you might feel happier and have a better life in Japan.
Methodology
The study used cross-sectional data from face-to-face interviews with 1000 Japanese adults, analyzing the relationship between interpersonal trust and quality of life across various domains.
Potential Biases
Potential biases may arise from self-reported measures of quality of life and trust.
Limitations
The study is cross-sectional, which limits the ability to infer causality between trust and quality of life.
Participant Demographics
Participants had a mean age of 45 years, with 49% women and a diverse representation across various income and education levels.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.001
Statistical Significance
p<0.001
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