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Teens that are happy are mentally healthier, according to a study conducted by Emily Shaffer-Hudkins of the University of South Florida, but that sense of well-being may also impact their physical health. The study offers unique insight into the relationship between mental health and physical health, offering the opportunity for physicians and mental health counselors [...]
Money really does buy happiness. At least that’s the results according to one survey, in which more than 125,000 people around the world participated. Across the board, regardless of age, gender, or location, people with more money felt happier about their lives than those with less money. This is the largest study of its kind [...]
When thinking about the psychological issues facing adolescents and young teens, policy makers and even parents often tend to focus on preventing negative outcomes. In line with recent trends in positive psychology, however, a number of researchers are advocating a model called Positive Youth Development (PYD) to focus on promoting positive well-being during the crucial [...]
Fans of soccer, hip-hop, Glenn Beck, Lady Gaga, and knitting all share one thing in common. People who are active, enthusiastic fans experience benefits to their happiness and sociability. Psychologists from the University of Kansas conducted a series of studies that compared the effects of fandom among sports fans with the effects on fans of music, [...]
