Entry:
Irons, John S., “Economics and Happiness,” http://economics.about.com/library/weekly/aa051498.htm, May, 1999.
Abstract:
Rich people are happier than poor people; women are slightly happier than men; married individuals report higher levels of happiness than divorced individuals.
GSS Years:1972-1994
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GSS Codebook Variables referenced by document: |
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Variable Name |
Variable Label |
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| HAPPY |
GENERAL HAPPINESS |
| SEX |
RESPONDENTS SEX |
| MARITAL |
MARITAL STATUS |