Determinants Of Health-Related Quality Of Life: A Population Based Assessment

Abstract

Quality of Life (QOL) is an important patient-reported outcome in both clinical and demographic studies. Measuring QOL is increasingly essential for evaluating healthy aging and determining the effectiveness of interventions aimed at promoting it. QOL encompasses both subjective experiences and objective conditions and is typically categorized into domains such as physical, psychological, social, and functional well-being. Various factors—such as socioeconomic status, ethnicity, overall health, community environment, social relationships, personal attitudes, and beliefs—can influence an individual’s quality of life.