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The Happiness Lab with Dr. Laurie Santos

How to Make America's Young People Happier Again

Apr 8, 2024
37:25
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Jan-Emmanuel De Neve from Oxford University's Wellbeing Research Centre discusses why young people in America are becoming unhappier and offers solutions. He talks about societal pressures, the influence of social media, and the importance of balancing technology with human connections. De Neve also explores the impact of teaching happiness skills to young individuals to improve their overall well-being.
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Quick takeaways

  • Mental health during childhood and adolescence significantly influences future life outcomes and adult satisfaction.
  • Growing social media use, inequalities, and political polarization contribute to the declining well-being of young people in North America.

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Jan Danev's Research on Youth Well-being

Jan Danev, a professor of economics and behavioral science at the University of Oxford, emphasizes the importance of studying childhood and adolescent well-being. By analyzing data sets like Children's Worlds and Gallup World Poll, Danev highlights that mental health during these stages is crucial, predicting life outcomes and adult life satisfaction. Research shows that adolescent well-being significantly impacts future earnings, proving the importance of mental health from a young age.

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