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Is There a Gen Z Happiness Crisis? Dr Laurie Meets the US Surgeon General

The Happiness Lab with Dr. Laurie Santos

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Cultural Pressures and the Pursuit of Happiness in Youth

This chapter examines the intense cultural pressures faced by young people in their pursuit of achievement, often sacrificing their happiness. It emphasizes the need to reevaluate societal expectations and highlights the impact of educational competition on students' well-being.

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