Describe the effect of geography on subjective well-being as found by at least three different research studies
What will be an ideal response?
ANS: A nationwide survey of Americans (ages 25–75) found different criteria for happiness in various parts of the country. People in the New England states considered physical well-being, autonomy, and not feeling constrained as necessary for subjective well-being. People in western south-central states (Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, and Louisiana) showed a greater concern with personal growth and feelings of cheerfulness and happiness as criteria for subjective well-being. Those in eastern south-central states (Kentucky, Tennessee, Mississippi, and Alabama) focused more on social responsibility and contributing to the welfare and well-being of others as necessary for their own feelings of happiness.
Other research found that subjective well-being was highest in the west coast and mountain states, moderately high in the east coast states, and lowest in the midwestern and southern states. Overall, happiness was significantly related to higher income, higher level of education, and greater tolerance for the views of other people.
A study conducted in regions of Germany over a 24-year period found that as people aged, the life satisfaction of those living in affluent areas remained higher than those living in less affluent regions.
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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
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b. behaviors intended to show that one is strong do not decrease grief. c. grief experiences tended to last longer for men and shorter for women. d. couples coping with grief stay together longer than average couples.
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In countries with higher levels of education in the general population, older adults are more likely to
a. live with family. b. live alone. c. live in retirement housing. d. die before reaching very old age.