Nordic Nations Dominate Global Happiness Rankings for Ninth Consecutive Year

Finland has been recognized as the happiest country in the world for the ninth year in a row, according to the latest World Happiness Report. Following Finland, Iceland and Denmark secured the second and third positions, respectively. The report, which evaluates life satisfaction through the Cantril Ladder method, highlights a concerning decline in happiness among youth in English-speaking countries, particularly in the U.S., where life satisfaction for those under 25 has dropped significantly over the past decade. The report emphasizes the impact of social media on well-being, suggesting that while some online interactions can be beneficial, excessive use can lead to negative emotions. This year's rankings also show Costa Rica achieving the highest position ever for a Latin American country at fourth place.

Key Details: • Finland scored an average life satisfaction rating of 7.764. • Youth happiness in the U.S. has decreased by nearly one point over the last decade. • Countries at the bottom of the happiness ranking often experience geopolitical conflict, with Afghanistan ranked last.