• Happiness levels of paraplegics?

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    Andrew Huberman has discussed the happiness levels of paraplegics in the context of research by Dr. Dan Gilbert. Initially, Dr. Gilbert suggested that people who became paraplegic and those who won the lottery exhibited similar levels of happiness one year after the event. However, he later corrected this narrative, noting that paraplegics generally report lower happiness levels than before their injury, while lottery winners report higher happiness levels compared to their pre-winning state 1.

    Huberman also highlighted the resilience of individuals who have undergone significant trauma, including paraplegia, and noted that while they often adapt and manage their new circumstances, their overall happiness tends to be lower than before their injury 2. Importantly, the age at which a person becomes paraplegic and their initial mobility experiences significantly impact their mental and physical well-being 2.

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