Factors Influencing on Quality of Life: Model Selection by AIC

Authors

  • Nguyen Thi Ngan Bui HuyKhoi,Industrial University of Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.61841/d9ydcs47

Keywords:

Vietnam, Quality of Life, Cronbach's Alpha, AIC

Abstract

The purpose of this study was to identify the factors that influenced the Quality of Life. Survey data were collected from 268 respondents living in HCM City, Vietnam. The research model was proposed from the studies of Quality of Life. Cronbach's Alpha evaluated the reliability and validity of the scale. The model selection of AIC showed that Quality of Life was impacted by the six components of the Quality of Life included economic condition, governance, health, housing, participation in culture, leisure and community, and quality of the environment. 

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Published

30.04.2020

How to Cite

Thi Ngan, N. (2020). Factors Influencing on Quality of Life: Model Selection by AIC. International Journal of Psychosocial Rehabilitation, 24(2), 163-171. https://doi.org/10.61841/d9ydcs47