“Is there any data on whether atheists or more rational/intelligent people self-report lower levels of happiness?”
Apparently they don’t, judging by selected responses to the recent “Survey: What Do Atheists and Christians Believe (and How Strongly Do They Believe It)?” by Sam Harris. The relevant statement is probably: “All things considered, I am very happy with my life”, the fourth one under “Survey Results: Psychological Beliefs”.
“Is there any data on whether atheists or more rational/intelligent people self-report lower levels of happiness?”
Apparently they don’t, judging by selected responses to the recent “Survey: What Do Atheists and Christians Believe (and How Strongly Do They Believe It)?” by Sam Harris. The relevant statement is probably: “All things considered, I am very happy with my life”, the fourth one under “Survey Results: Psychological Beliefs”.