Are Parents Happier, Healthier, and More Engaged With Society than Non-parents?
Published online on January 03, 2026
Abstract
Journal of Family Issues, Ahead of Print.
We analyzed data from over 26,000 parents and non-parents from 24 European countries. We tested for differences between parents and non-parents on several indicators of happiness, health, and civic and community engagement. Results showed that there were ...
We analyzed data from over 26,000 parents and non-parents from 24 European countries. We tested for differences between parents and non-parents on several indicators of happiness, health, and civic and community engagement. Results showed that there were ...