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Parents with two daughters report the highest levels of happiness, Chinese study finds

The advantage was strongest for parents with two daughters, while more children raised happiness only among adults 60 and older.

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A new study of Chinese parents reveals that parenthood is linked to higher well-being. Notably, parents who have exactly two daughters report greater happiness than those with only sons, challenging traditional cultural preferences for male offspring.

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Research reveals interesting differences: Daughters bring more happiness to parents than sons - Such communication may be important for a sense of closeness

A large-scale sociological study in China has shown that, despite centuries-old cultural traditions, parents who raise only daughters feel happier than those who have only sons.

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People with a certain family structure at home feel happier than others, according to researchers behind a new study.

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