New Research Finds Set Point Theory Of Happiness Flawed
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For years psychologists have theorized that we have a genetically set happiness point that we return to even after major setbacks or great joys. However, new research suggests that in fact, happiness levels are not static and actually tend to increase over time. A 25-year study of 150,000 German adults found that happiness levels often shift substantially over time. In fact, a quarter of subjects changed their position on the happiness scale by 33 percent more. A number of factors further tended to influence happiness including marrying well, focusing on family, working (but not too much), going to church and staying socially and physically active. SHARE:
Posted In: Emotions | Family Dynamics | Tags: Family | Happiness | Marriage | Work | Set Point | Posted by FindCounseling.com Staff on October 05, 2010 at 12:12 PM | Permalink |
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