Money Buys Happiness, But Only Up To $75,000, Study Finds
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Research shows money buys happiness up to $75,000; minimal gains beyond $100,000. Millionaires rate happiness 8/10, not much growth with 10x net worth increase.
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Scientifically, neurotransmitters like dopamine, serotonin, norepinephrine linked to happiness. Lack causes depression. Anti-depressants artificially increase these.
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For world's happiest countries, ranked based on alcoholism, adultery, suicide rates, and wealth. Low scores are happiest. Excluded poor, autocratic countries.
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Nordic countries like Finland, Sweden, Norway rank high in happiness polls but also high alcoholism rates.
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Top 5 happiest are Switzerland, France, Canada, U.S., and Japan based on our criteria. Low alcoholism, adultery, suicide rates.