Editorial Introduction Advancing Human Well-Being: Psychological and Social Perspectives

Abstract

This editorial introduces the AKADEMIKA Special Section titled “Advancing Human Well-Being: Psychological and Social Perspectives,” which explores the multifaceted nature of well-being through interdisciplinary lenses bridging psychology, social sciences, and the humanities. The collection underscores that well-being extends beyond the absence of illness, encompassing the interplay of personal resilience, social connectedness, and structural support systems. The featured articles address diverse yet interconnected themes, including personality and behavioral psychology, social support and stigma, digital openness, gendered experiences, and recovery among marginalized populations. Collectively, these contributions reveal that well-being is co-created within social, cultural, and institutional contexts. The editorial highlights the section’s intellectual framing, thematic integration, and implications for future research—calling for contextually grounded, cross-disciplinary, and action-oriented approaches to advancing human well-being in Southeast Asia and beyond.