Tag: happiness

New article argues for more extensive research on why the elderly tend to be happier

From the Association for Psychological Science press release: Older people tend to be happier. But why? Some psychologists believe that cognitive processes are responsible—in particular, focusing on and remembering positive… Read more »

Study links tendency to second-guess one’s decisions to general unhappiness

From the Florida State University press release: You’re in search of a new coffee maker, and the simple quest becomes, well, an ordeal. After doing copious amounts of research and… Read more »

Study suggests people who successfully quit smoking are happier and more satisfied with their health

From the Springer Select press release: Life without cigarettes is not all doom and gloom. In fact, successful quitters are more satisfied with their lives and feel healthier, both one… Read more »

Study suggests that “all work” doesn’t compensate for “no play”

From the Kingston Business School press release: People who think that becoming a workaholic means they can compensate for an unhappy home life are deluding themselves, according a new study… Read more »