Religion, Religiosity, and Happiness

William Sander

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Religion, Spirituality, and Psychology Religion and Society Interactions Psychological Well-being and Life Satisfaction

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The effect of religion on happiness in the United States is examined. Particular attention is given to the direct effect of religion on attending religious services and the indirect effect on happiness. The key results include Catholic, Jewish, and no religion having negative effects on happiness relative to Protestants. Data from the National Opinion Research Center's “General Social Survey” are used.

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