People in Rich Countries Are More Stressed Out
May 8, 2014
LiveScience:
Although people who live in wealthy countries, including the United States, are generally more satisfied with their lives than people who live in poorer countries, they may experience more worry and anger than residents of poorer countries, according to a new study.
The higher stress level that typically comes with living in an affluent country might explain why these negative emotions seem to be more common in people living in richer nations.
“Life [in an affluent country] is more fast-paced, and there are just so many things that you have to do,” said study author Louis Tay, an assistant professor of psychology at Purdue University.
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