Scientists say they can measure happiness, and they claim it can make us more resilient and creative, harder working, healthier and even live longer.
So s... read more
A new form of psychology - positive psychology - suggests we can think ourselves happy and actually rewire our brains to be more optimistic.
We are told w... read more
As a society we are richer than we have ever been but according to scientists we are not any happier.
Psychologists say we are driven by our in-built need... read more
Scientists say happiness makes us healthier.
Happiness seems to have a protective effect, giving us some protection against heart disease and cancer.
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Trust, community and friendships are crucial to our happiness and health. But trust has declined dramatically since the 1950s.
Research suggests that a de... read more
Technology promises happiness at the flick of a switch.
But labour saving devices and technological advances have not produced lasting happiness, and we h... read more