Franz Buscha, Professor of Economics, has written an article for The Conversation looking at why we tend to feel happier when the sun is out.
In the article, Professor Buscha draws on his own research to explain whether sunshine makes us happier and discusses the hormonal and evolutionary factors in our bodies which can lead to changes in mood. It forms part of The Conversation’s Curious Kids series that gives children the chance to have their questions about the world answered by experts.
Speaking about what his research can tell us about the impact of sunshine on our moods, Professor Buscha said: “My own research has shown that while sunshine matters as a seasonal factor, it doesn’t matter much whether it’s sunny on any given day here in the UK. The sunlight you get over the course of a season is what’s important. You may generally feel a bit unhappier in the winter, but it won’t matter much whether it’s a sunny or a cloudy winter’s day.”
Read the full article on The Conversation’s website.
