Life satisfaction varies substantially throughout Europe

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Life satisfaction varies substantially throughout Europe

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Life satisfaction varies substantially throughout Europe

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5. National conditions
More disagree that success in life determined by outside forces today
European publics tend to think success in life is determined by outside forces; Americans disagree
Life satisfaction has increased in many countries since 1991
Strong association between GDP per capita and life satisfaction
Younger groups are more optimistic about children’s financial future
Former Eastern Bloc countries are generally more optimistic about financial future of children
In much of Europe, views of the economy have improved since 2009
Half or more in many European countries say the current economic situation is good
Younger people are more satisfied with direction of country, except in Russia
Differing perspectives on country direction across Europe

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