Happiness in Behaviour Genetics: Findings and Implications

摘要: A number of behaviour genetic studies have shown variation in happiness to be influenced by genes, and indicated that long-term is predominantly caused genes. To policy makers individuals, as well the psychological psychiatric enterprise, evidence for considerable stable contributions suggests societal changes, therapeutic interventions, public prevention may produce mainly transitory or minor effects. This not true. The present paper aims summarise recent findings on happiness-related constructs discuss their theoretical practical implications. Specifically, five major implications relevant health work, are outlined broadly discussed: (1) high heritability does limit chances raising happiness, (2) genes generate stability, (3) environments change, (4) environmental influences operate an individual-by-individual basis, (5) control endowments necessary correct measures