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Life satisfaction, ethical reflection, and the science of happiness

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  • Dan Haybron, 2007. "Life satisfaction, ethical reflection, and the science of happiness," Journal of Happiness Studies, Springer, vol. 8(1), pages 99-138, March.
    • Handle: RePEc:spr:jhappi:v:8:y:2007:i:1:p:99-138
    DOI: 10.1007/s10902-006-9006-5
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