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Happiest Age, Compassion Fatigue, Arthritis Treatment

Nov 16, 2023
Discover the happiest age according to a review of studies on happiness. Explore the concept of compassion fatigue and how changing mindsets can alleviate symptoms. Learn about the potential of stem cell-derived extracellular vesicles as an arthritis treatment.
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Quick takeaways

  • Happiness fluctuates throughout life, with peaks at age 16, 70, and declines at 96.
  • Shifting the belief that compassion is limited can reduce symptoms of compassion fatigue and improve support for caregivers.

Deep dives

Understanding the Trends in Life Satisfaction

A massive review of studies on happiness reveals that life satisfaction dips at age 16, peaks around age 70, then declines again at age 96. The study analyzes subjective well-being components, including life satisfaction, positive emotional states, and negative emotional states, to understand the complexities of happiness throughout one's lifetime.

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