The First Conference on the Economics of Happiness

Journal of Wellbeing Economics 2026

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Authors: Andrew J. Oswald
DOI: 10.1177/29782244261442467
Cited by: 1
References: 11

Abstract

In this short article I try to provide a description of the first conference on the economics of happiness. It was held in 1993 at the London School of Economics. In the ensuing three decades, a huge literature has emerged in this field. I attempt to offer a view on why this has happened.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Psychological Well-being and Life Satisfaction Income Poverty and Inequality Sustainable Development and Environmental Policy

Publication details

Journal / source
Journal of Wellbeing Economics
Publisher
SAGE Publications
Volume
1
Issue
1
Pages
6-9
Publication date
12 May 2026
Language
EN