IQ Scores & Well-Being Rankings in the United States (U.S.) (2022)

A new study has uncovered an interconnected nexus between state IQ and well-being across the 50 U.S. states. Key findings show that states with higher average IQ tend to have better well-being outcomes across areas like health, income, education and crime. Some key facts: State IQ strongly predicts well-being – they correlated 0.80 in the …

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Mutual Relationship: Living by Values vs. Well-Being & Happiness

Researchers have found that living according to your values can improve your well-being. But well-being can also help you live by your values. Key Facts: Acting on personal values can boost well-being the next day. Feeling good can help people act on values the next day. There’s a two-way relationship between values and well-being. Not …

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Dark Triad Personality Traits & Happiness: How Narcissism, Psychopathy, Machiavellianism Impact Wellbeing

A new study investigates how certain “dark triad” personality traits relate to people’s happiness and life satisfaction. Key Findings: Narcissism has multiple dimensions – some linked to higher well-being, others to lower. Psychopathy overall relates to lower well-being, but one aspect called boldness predicts greater happiness. Machiavellianism consistently associates with reduced well-being. Age and gender …

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