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Book Synopsis: Happiness and the law. At first glance, these two concepts seem to have little to do with each other. To some, they may even seem diametrically opposed. Yet one of the things the law strives for is to improve people’s quality of life. To do this, it must first predict what will make people happy. Yet happiness research shows that, time and time again, people err in predicting what will make them happy, overestimating the import of money and mistaking the circumstances to which they can and cannot adapt.
Drawing on new research in psychology, neuroscience, and economics, the authors of Happiness and the Law assess how the law affects people’s quality of life—and how it can do so in a better way. Taking readers through some of the common questions about and objections to the use of happiness research in law and policy, they consider two areas in depth: criminal punishment and civil lawsuits. More broadly, the book proposes a comprehensive approach to assessing human welfare—well-being analysis—that is a valuable alternative to the strictly economically based cost-benefit analyses currently dominating how we evaluate public policy. The study of happiness is the next step in the evolution from traditional economic analysis of the law to a behavioral approach. Happiness and the Law will serve as the definitive, yet accessible, guide to understanding this new paradigm.
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Are you looking for the key to true happiness? It may surprise you to learn that the law has a lot to do with it. Introducing "Happiness and the Law" - a groundbreaking book that explores the connection between the law and people's quality of life. In this thought-provoking read, the authors delve into the fascinating world of happiness research, exposing the misconceptions we have about what truly makes us happy. They draw upon insights from psychology, neuroscience, and economics to show how the law can improve our well-being in a better way.
Through an engaging exploration of criminal punishment and civil lawsuits, "Happiness and the Law" offers a unique perspective on how the legal system can contribute to our happiness. The authors go beyond the traditional economic analysis and introduce a comprehensive approach called well-being analysis. This approach breaks free from the limitations of strictly cost-benefit analyses and takes into account the true measure of human welfare.
By challenging conventional wisdom and bridging the gap between law and happiness research, this book presents a new paradigm that will revolutionize the way we evaluate public policy. "Happiness and the Law" is the definitive guide that unlocks the secrets to a happier society. Don't miss out on this opportunity to enhance your understanding of the link between happiness and the law.
Discover the path to a happier future with "Happiness and the Law". Order your copy today and embark on a journey that will transform your perception of happiness and its relationship with the law.
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