Life satisfaction among over-50s in England higher than before pandemic, study finds

Research shows happiness levels have bounced back post-Covid, although depression also remains more common

People 50 and over in England have greater life satisfaction and sense life is more worthwhile than before the Covid pandemic, although depression is more common, researchers have found.

Prof Paola Zaninotto, first author of the research from University College London, said the study showed wellbeing and mental health worsened between the early stages of the pandemic and later in 2020, contrary to some reports. However, this situation subsequently improved.