HAPPINESS

This study tested an online program to help parents of children in kindergarten through grade 3 feel happier and more confident. About 400 parents tried the program and shared feedback. The goal was to see if a strength-based approach could improve well-being and positive emotion…

This study tested a 'Laughie Prescription' — a structured laughter program — on 50 nursing students in Türkiye who lived through a major earthquake. The goal was to see if it could boost their well-being and happiness while lowering post-traumatic stress. Results showed positive …

This study tested a program to help children aged 8 to 14 from single-parent, low-income, or left-behind families in Shenzhen improve their emotional regulation. 183 children took part in four group sessions and a booster session. The program aimed to teach better coping strategi…

This study looked at whether a breathing meditation called SKY (Sudarshan Kriya Yoga) is practical and helpful for reducing stress and improving well-being. Forty-five healthy adults took part in an 8-week program. Researchers measured stress, anxiety, and happiness using surveys…

This study looked at whether a short gratitude message after donating blood makes people feel happier. Over 600 adults who donated whole blood at the Guangzhou Blood Center took part. Half received a message thanking them and highlighting how their donation saves lives, while the…

This study explored whether fun activities for reciting Tang poems could increase happiness and well-being in ethnic minority primary school students in Hong Kong. 48 children in grades 1-2 participated in poetry sessions and a performance. The goal was to see if learning poems h…