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Is 47 the most miserable age? An exploration of biology and genetics

According to influential research published by economist David Blanchflower in 2020, average happiness levels consistently hit a global low around the age of 47. This finding underpins the popular notion of a midlife 'happiness U-curve', but does not fully answer the question, "Is 47 the most miserable age?" The answer is a complex blend of biological, genetic, and environmental factors.