How your location influences happiness and health
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Where you live can significantly impact your well-being, but the reasons go beyond just climate or scenery. Factors like community connections, access to healthcare, environmental quality, and economic stability all play crucial roles in shaping both happiness and health. Research shows that living in supportive, safe, and resource-rich environments promotes mental and physical well-being, while areas with high stressors or limited resources can have the opposite effect. Understanding how location affects your overall quality of life can help guide decisions about where to live for optimal health and happiness.
Source
Jain, A., LaValley, M., Dukes, K. et al. Modeling health and well-being measures using ZIP code spatial neighborhood patterns. Sci Rep 14, 9180 (2024). https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-024-58157-w
Additional Reading
https://www.forbes.com/sites/quora/2017/06/26/where-you-live-impacts-your-health/