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An exploration into the causal relationships between educational attainment, intelligence, and wellbeing: an observational and two-sample Mendelian randomisation study

Psychology

An exploration into the causal relationships between educational attainment, intelligence, and wellbeing: an observational and two-sample Mendelian randomisation study

J. M. Armitage, R. E. Wootton, et al.

This groundbreaking study explores how education impacts wellbeing and intelligence. Conducted by J. M. Armitage, R. E. Wootton, O. S. P. Davis, and C. M. A. Haworth, it reveals that educational attainment has a positive effect on wellbeing, especially for women, while intelligence shows a negative effect. Discover how education contributes uniquely to wellbeing independent of cognitive abilities!

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Abstract
This study investigates the causal relationships between educational attainment, intelligence, and wellbeing using genetic and observational data. Mendelian randomization analysis revealed a positive causal effect of educational attainment on wellbeing, independent of intelligence, and a negative effect of intelligence independent of educational attainment. Observational analyses suggested sex differences in these associations, with greater wellbeing benefits from higher education for females compared to males. The findings highlight the unique contribution of education to wellbeing beyond cognitive abilities.
Publisher
npj Mental Health Research
Published On
May 09, 2024
Authors
J. M. Armitage, R. E. Wootton, O. S. P. Davis, C. M. A. Haworth
Tags
educational attainment
intelligence
wellbeing
Mendelian randomization
sex differences
cognitive abilities

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