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Debunking the Myth: Why Do People Get Sadder as They Age?

Studies consistently show that happiness often follows a U-shaped curve, with satisfaction declining in midlife and rising again in the 60s. So, why do people get sadder as they age is a question based on a common, yet often untrue, assumption.

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Is it normal to feel less joy as you age? Understanding emotional shifts in later life

Research has shown that happiness can follow a U-shaped curve over a lifetime, with well-being often dipping in midlife before rising again later. This raises a critical question for many: Is it normal to feel less joy as you age? The answer is complex, involving both natural emotional adjustments and potential red flags for deeper issues.

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