Affluenza, Psychological Well-being, and Life Satisfaction Among Doctors in Hyderabad, Pakistan: A Cross-Sectional Study

Background : Affluenza - a compulsive pursuit of material wealth, has been linked to psychological distress. Its impact on healthcare professionals in South Asia is understudied. Objective : To examine relationships among affluenza, psychological well‑being, and life satisfaction in doctors practicing in Hyderabad, Pakistan. Methods : In this descriptive cross‑sectional study (May–October 2024), 335 doctors were surveyed using convenience sampling. Instruments included a validated affluenza questionnaire, Warwick‑Edinburgh Mental Well‑being Scale (WEMWBS), and Satisfaction with Life Scale (SWLS). SPSS v29 was used for descriptive statistics and chi‑square tests for gender comparisons. Results : Low affluenza, moderate psychological well‑being, and life satisfaction were observed. Most respondents reported feeling optimistic (58.2%), useful (66.3%), and financially satisfied (80.0%). Gender did not significantly affect affluenza (p = 0.142), well‑being (p = 0.272), or life satisfaction (p = 0.949). Conclusions : Doctors in Hyderabad appear resilient to materialistic pressures, possibly due to strong intrinsic professional values. Strategies that promote such values could enhance healthcare workers’ well‑being.