Comparison of SOC and similar concepts of salutogenesis: Focusing on concepts in the salutogenic umbrella

Abstract

This paper examines sense of coherence (SOC), which is treated as a core concept in salutogenesis, in relation to similar concepts, and clarifies the position of SOC in salutogenesis. As similar concepts, well-being, coping, resilience, will to meaning, and quality of life were taken from the concepts included under the salutogenic umbrella, which was compiled in recent years as a concept that encompasses concepts related to the theory of salutogenesis. Through comparison with similar concepts, this study demonstrated that SOC is a core concept related to each concept in the salutogenic umbrella. It remains a core concept in salutogenesis. However, the findings also revealed that the lack of connection with physical aspects and the need for further elaboration of the construct concept are issues that need to be addressed in the future development of the theory.