Is the study of Happiness a Worthy Scientific Pursuit?
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- Previous thought on happiness concluded that investigation into this area was indulgent, and the in the instance of maslow's hierarchy, lower level needs (safety, survival, belonging) were more pertinent and achievement of those would ultimately lead to happiness.
- Set point theory – individual happiness levels are static despite external circumstances
- Is the pursuit of happiness a luxury when viewed against suffering?