Author(s): Pirzada Abrar, Sayaar Tariq Rather, Insha Bashir and Danishta Bashir

Abstract:
Social well-being, a critical dimension of holistic health, reflects the quality of interpersonal relationships, community engagement, and social support networks that individuals maintain. In Kashmir, where prolonged socio-political uncertainty and climatic extremes impact daily life, assessing social well-being is particularly relevant. This study evaluates social well-being practices among young adults using the Healthy Lifestyle Scale (HLS) developed by Wani et al. (2025), which is designed for regions with icy winters and dry summers. A cross-sectional survey was conducted among 100 young adults aged 18–30 years, exploring three domains of social well-being: participation in community activities, maintenance of close personal relationships, and provision of support to others. Results showed that while 72% of respondents reported strong interpersonal ties, only 56% regularly engaged in community activities. Gender and age differences were evident, with females and younger participants displaying greater involvement in social support behaviors. Findings highlight the resilience of interpersonal relationships in the Kashmiri context but reveal gaps in community-level participation. Targeted interventions promoting structured opportunities for volunteering and civic engagement are recommended to strengthen social well-being in this population.

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