A rising trend among Americans is the pursuit of counseling services to address issues related to depression and anxiety. Recent data from the CDC reveals that in 2024, one in seven Americans engaged in mental health counseling or therapy.
However, Arthur Brooks, a contributor for CBS News, suggests that engaging in therapy does not automatically equate to increased happiness. He participated in a segment on “CBS Mornings News” to discuss strategies for enhancing well-being, alongside insights from his forthcoming book titled “The Meaning of Your Life: Finding Purpose in an Age of Emptiness.”
