The finding that
happiness is positively correlated with GPA is significant, Hinton notes, because GPA provides a
broader picture of academic achievement
than standardized test scores, encompassing multiple types of abilities and the influence of social dynamics.
• A new intergenerational study shows that for 76 % of 15 - 17 year olds, studying hard for good exam results is their biggest priority for the coming year; and they are preparing to sacrifice friendships, family time, hobbies and even sleep to achieve this, • In fact 57 % of 15 - 17 year olds feel school work must come before anything else if they want to do well in the future • And only 39 % of this age group think being happy is more important
than good grades • Yet half (51 %) of UK business leaders calls on teens to develop
broader life / work skills before leaving education A new report launched today by National Citizen Service (NCS) reveals that the UK ¹ s 15 - 17 year olds feel under significant pressure to excel in exams at the expense of other life skills, experiences, healthy relationships and even their own
happiness, suggesting that they are struggling to juggle the demands of young adulthood.