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Are Africans Happy? ‘Return to Laughter’ in Times of War, Famine and Misery

2022-05-20

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<b>English Abstract:</b>  Happiness is a universal state of mind. However, its meaning takes on culture-specific forms, ranging from emotional states of mind to life satisfaction. The definition of 'happiness' is strongly influenced by the respective philosophical background and material living conditions and is shaped by linguistic differences. Even within countries, location and social structure are important in...

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DOI: 10.2139/ssrn.4098094

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