Investigating factors affecting the quality of life of young people in Semnan province with an emphasis on the tourism sector

Document Type : Research Paper

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1 Associate Professor of Tourism Department, Tourism Faculty, Semnan University, Semnan, Iran

2 Master of Tourism Management Marketing, Tourism Department, Faculty of Tourism, Semnan University, Semnan, Iran

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This study aims to investigate the factors affecting the quality of life of young people in Semnan province, with an emphasis on the tourism sector. The research method used is quantitative and the data collection tool is a questionnaire. The sample size was estimated using the Cochran formula, and a total of 384 people were surveyed. Therefore, to achieve this goal, data were collected by preparing 384 questionnaires from young people between the ages of 15 and 29 in Semnan province. The tools used in this study were Excel, SPSS, Likert scale, and various statistical tests such as correlation and regression. The results of this study showed that although the quality of life of young people in Semnan province's counties is different from each other, overall the quality of life of all of them is not in a favorable condition. In addition, cultural indicators, personal well-being, and housing are among the most important indicators affecting the quality of life of young people, and there is a significant relationship between increasing tourism and improving their quality of life; Therefore, increasing tourism leads to improving the quality of life of young people in Semnan province and ultimately affects their morale.

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