Happiness

Turns out, optimism may partly explain why a boost in income increases well-being for some.

Happiness during the teen years and young adulthood is linked with later income, a new study finds.

Turning to a higher power really works, scientists find.

Neurotics' expectations appear to give them a complicated relationship with their incomes.

It's not just your surly morning demeanor, morning people are happier in general than night owls.

Married people aren’t happier than when they were single, but over time they are happier than those who are not married, a new study finds.

Also in the works: A computer than can tell when you are pissed at it.

Are parents happy? New research adds fuel to the fire.

Happiness can be fleeting. This study finds a key to ongoing happiness: hang on to good times, and don't compare your experiences to those of others.

Happiness may stem from a balanced perspective involving looking fondly on the past, enjoying the present and having goals to strive for in the future.