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The Decline of Happiness: Understanding the Factors Behind a Growing Crisis
Happiness, once considered a fundamental aspect of the human experience, has seen a significant decline over the years. Understanding the nature of happiness and unhappiness reveals that they are not mere opposites; rather, they stem from distinct parts of the brain and serve different roles in our lives. Over the long term, particularly since around 1990, American happiness has steadily decreased, revealing a troubling trend worthy of examination.