Greater Good

Articles: Adventures in the Strange Science of Sleep

In his new book Dreamland, David K. Randall reveals the scientific and personal importance of sleep—and provides some tips to get more of it.

Articles: The Genetics of Happiness

A new study of twins sheds light on the complex links between biology and happiness.

Articles: Does Inequality Make Us Unhappy?

A new study suggests Americans' happiness declines when there’s a wider gap between rich and poor.

Articles: How Has the Recession Affected Our Happiness?

A recent survey looks at the link between money and happiness during hard times.

Videos and Podcasts: Do Your Kids Have “Nature Deficit Disorder?”

This week my children are off at a very outdoorsy sleepaway camp—I’m excited for them to be outside nearly constantly for two weeks!  One reason why I’m willing to part with them this summer is that I know that their health and happiness will benefit from their time spent in nature.

Raising Happiness: Podcast: Do Your Kids Have “Nature Deficit Disorder?”

The benefits of a summer spent outdoors

Videos and Podcasts: The Benefits of Gratitude

Robert Emmons shares the results of his research on gratitude: better health, more happiness, and stronger connections to others.

Research Digest Items/Studies: The Keys to a Good Night’s Sleep

Articles: The Poor Give More

A new study finds that the rich are less altruistic

Research Digest Items/Studies: Dulling the Pain of Exclusion

Research Digest Items/Studies: How to Promote Emotional Well-Being after a Brain Injury

Research Digest Items/Studies: How to Handle Our Emotions

Research Digest Items/Studies: Empathy and the Face vs. the Voice

Research Digest Items/Studies: Social Networks and the Effects of Unemployment

Research Digest Items/Studies: Gratitude Boosts Positive Emotions