Abstract
In four studies, the authors examined the correlates of the disposition toward gratitude. Study 1 revealed that self-ratings and observer ratings of the grateful disposition are associated with positive affect and well-being prosocial behaviors and traits, and religiousness/spirituality. Study 2 replicated these findings in a large nonstudent sample. Study 3 yielded similar results to Studies 1 and 2 and provided evidence that gratitude is negatively associated with envy and materialistic attitudes. Study 4 yielded evidence that these associations persist after controlling for Extraversion/positive affectivity, Neuroticism/negative affectivity, and Agreeableness. The development of the Gratitude Questionnaire, a unidimensional measure with good psychometric properties, is also described.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 112-127 |
Number of pages | 16 |
Journal | Journal of Personality and Social Psychology |
Volume | 82 |
Issue number | 1 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Jan 1 2002 |
Externally published | Yes |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Social Psychology
- Sociology and Political Science