The UK has taken a happiness hit thanks to the coronavirus pandemic.
The researchers found there had been a big increase in depression in the last three years.
We may be socially distanced, but there are ways to connect, even in a pandemic.
We all know getting outside and going for a walk is great for our wellbeing – but what else can you do to boost your mood?
Structure and small, manageable goals could have a big impact.
Researchers have analysed the impact of relationship status on happiness and wellbeing.
Researchers have revealed the minimum salary people in the UK need for optimal wellbeing...
And you only need to do it for two hours per week.
From quitting your job to deciding whether to propose, a trusty coin can help you out.
We asked HuffPost UK readers to share their photos of children's birthdays in lockdown – and they delivered.
One of the main causes of loneliness in the elderly is living alone.
Younger generations can have "too high expectations"
The video shows the birthday girl singing surrounded by her friends and family.
Try this as an alternative to your new year's resolution.
Most new year resolutions involve hitting the gym, saving money or making healthier choices. These things, theoretically, make us happier. But what about just being happy? That's a resolution in itself. Watch the video above for five simple
The top 50 photographs showcase talent from 19 different countries across five continents.
The TV presenter says she refuses to apologise for being happy
The best days are yet to come. At least, they are for anyone under the age of 68.
“Evidence suggests that marriage is better for men, not just in terms of happiness but also in terms of health."
We all want a long and happy life - but how do we achieve it? A recent survey of 2,000 British adults over 55 asked just that - and you may resonate with some of the findings. Watch our video above to see if you are doing the right thing (spoiler
The feel-good effect of smiling is something you probably thought you were pretty clued up on. Psychologists revealed in the journal Psychological Bulletin that facial expressions can directly influence our mental health. Scientists looked at almost half a century of data exploring whether facial expressions affect mood.
If you need just a little more happiness in your life, the answer could be simple. It's possible you may be missing out on one or two of the elements identified as key to living a happy life. To find out what they are, watch the video
Before you can start to work towards happiness you have to stop the actions and thoughts that make you unhappy. Author Laura Gassner Otting says four simple words, strung together, can bring anyone's journey towards happiness to a halt:
You can still find peak joy after claiming your free bus pass.
The festive season is well and truly behind us, we're back at work between paydays, the weather is miserable and summer holidays are still a speck on the horizons. First Light's new yoga studio in Westfield London is offering three free yoga sessions on Blue Monday starting at 7:30am, 12:30pm and 6:30pm respectively.