The paradox of the unhappy, growing city: Reconciling evidence
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DOI: 10.1016/j.cities.2022.103648
Abstract: This paper attempts to explain why large cities tend to score low on indices of happiness/life satisfaction, while at the same time experiencing population growth. Using Norwegian survey and register data, we show that different… read more here.
Keywords: unhappy growing; city reconciling; reconciling evidence; paradox unhappy ... See more keywords
How does growing city size affect residents’ happiness in urban China? A case study of the Bohai rim area
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DOI: 10.1016/j.habitatint.2020.102120
Abstract: Abstract In China, rapid and extensive urbanization has brought not only benefits due to urban agglomeration but also various urban problems; both affect residents' happiness. Previous studies have emphasized the direct impacts of growing city… read more here.
Keywords: growing city; city; city size; residents happiness ... See more keywords