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This chapter discusses what happiness is about, and whether ‘happiness' can be used as a term for what should be the primary goal for both the individual and society. A historical look at thoughts about happiness is offered, as well as a discussion of the various terms used in this context. The chapter also covers an introduction to the evolutionary perspective of understanding the human mind.
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Grinde, B. (2012). Introduction: From Philosophy to Science. In: The Biology of Happiness. SpringerBriefs in Well-Being and Quality of Life Research. Springer, Dordrecht. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-94-007-4393-9_1
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