Pierluigi Conzo|Arnstein Aassve|Giulia Fuochi|Letizia Mencarini
The cultural foundations of happiness
Collegio Carlo Alberto|University of Turin|Bocconi University|University of Padua|Bocconi University
paper provides framework culture affects happiness according selfdetermination theory wellbeing driven satisfaction three basic psychological needs autonomy relatedness competence assess extent trust values obedience respect influence europeans satisfaction needs controlling income education find positive significant impact generalized morality high trust respect low obedience robust different checks endogeneity including instrumental variable regressions country regional individual level results suggest lack trust high obedience low respect reduce wealth nations also constrain satisfaction basic psychological needs thereby hindering individuals fulfilment happiness