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Hong Kong Happiness Index Survey 2011 香港快樂指數調查 2011, Lok Sang Ho

Hong Kong Happiness Index 香港快樂指數調查

Despite their dissatisfaction with the overall administration of public policy, the quality of public healthcare services, and other social problems, Hong Kong people are generally happier than last year, with the happiness index reaching 71.3, the second highest since 2005, the latest Hong Kong Happiness Index Survey reveals.

For the first time ever, young people aged below 30 are the happiest among the different age groups, with the index hitting 72.0, the highest in seven years. Females also reported a record-high happiness index of 73.6, which is far above the males’ at 67.9.

Four key determinants of happiness, namely Love, …