A Path Analytic Model Exploration of Determinants of Happiness of Older Adults in Abu Dhabi

Abstract The objective of the study was to identify factors associated with subjective well-being older adults in Abu Dhabi when happiness is taken as dependent variable. In present research, a framework based on theoretical models developed which adult’s seen synergistic relationship and many other variables related various domains social system. sample consisted 1,004 aged 60 above, who participated First General Social Survey administered 2018. Many were considered. Path analysis used develop model that incorporated five following directly affecting adults: housing satisfaction, satisfaction family life, friendships, life surrounding environment, some psychological feelings. highlighted all direct indirect associations. Further variance revealed associations gender, marital status, education attainment. Implications along future research directions.