The Wheel of Wellness Counseling for Wellness: A Holistic Model for Treatment Planning

Abstract

A holistic model of wellness and prevention over the life span was presented by T. J. Sweeney and J. M. Witmer (1991) and J. M. Witmer and T. J. Sweeney (1992). Recent advances in research and theory related to wellness support modifications of the original model. The foundation for the model is examined, research related to each component is explored, and implications for use of the model as a basis for counseling interventions are presented.

Wellness of children in Israel and the United States: A preliminary examination of culture and well-being

“…Interestingly, the Social Self was an area where differences within the Israeli sample did not emerge, but where female US pupils scored higher than males. Social support is not only one of the most important correlates of mental health over the lifespan, as identified in multiple studies (summarized by Myers et al, 2000), it also is an area where adolescents experience some of their greatest life challenges (Barrera & Prelow, 2000). Higher scores for Israeli students raise questions concerning the nature of peer relationships in both cultures, and the extent to which children feel support from their peers.…”

“…The higher spirituality scores for the US pupils could be related to characteristics of both samples, while more than half of the US pupils were from the Southeastern United States known as an area where fundamental Christian values are predominant, all the Israeli pupils attended state-secular (and not state-religious) schools. Further research is needed to explore the current finding, given the abundance of research suggesting the central role of spirituality in health and well-being over the lifespan (see Myers et al, 2000).…”

“…Using measures such as the 5F-Wel-T can provide a useful starting point for discussion of individual and group wellness, and the meaning of factors underlying wellness. Such assessments also can provide a foundation for individual and group interventions to enhance well-being (Myers et al, 2000).…”

Effects of Wellness and Depression on Suicidal Ideation in Male Baby Boomers

“…We visited nine community service centers in G city, explained the purpose and methods of the study, and requested cooperation. This study was approved by the Institutional Review Board of Kyungpook National University Hospital [9], after translating it and running a factor analysis. Wellness Evaluation of Lifestyle is based on the Wheel of Wellness model and assesses individual's wellness in five life tasks: spirituality, self-direction, work and leisure, friendship, and love.…”

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“…By means of suitable training programs which will raise awareness on the issue, individuals can be directed to prefer health lifestyles that would improve their wellbeing. Small changes people make in their lifestyles can affect them positively in emotional terms (Ardeli, 2001;Sweeney & Witmer, 1991;Myers et al, 2000). While trying to keep up with the rapid changes and development in today's fast-paced world, people most of the time ignores their own psychological state.…”