2023 World Happiness Report ranks the U.S. 23rd, its first exit from top 20 in 20 years, with young Americans under 30 ranking 62nd in happiness.

The 2023 World Happiness Report ranks the U.S. 23rd, marking its first absence from the top 20 in 20 years. Young Americans, under 30, ranked 62nd in happiness, with 42% reporting persistent sadness. Psychotherapist Esther Perel attributes this decline to a lack of close relationships, as youth prioritize self-fulfillment over community connections. Only 32% of those under 30 claim to have five or more close friends, highlighting a troubling trend in social isolation.

September 15, 2024
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