HAPPINESS

Definitions
Happiness is that feeling that comes over you when you know life is good and you can’t help but smile. Happiness is a sense of well-being, joy or contentment. It is also used in context of mental or emotional states including positive or pleasant emotions ranging from contentment to intense joy.

Facts about happiness and smiling
√ It is contagious than flu
√ It is our first facial expression
√ It makes you look successful
√ It makes you look younger
√ It can help you live longer
√ It makes you more approachable

Hormones that are released when you are happy
Hormone is a chemical substance produced in the body that controls and regulates the activity of certain cells or organs. They are essential for the activity of life and have specific effects.
The hormones that are released when we smile will be represent with an acronyms DOSE (Dopamine, Oxytocin, Serotonin, Endorphin)

Dopamine: It is a neurotransmitter used in sending messages between nerve cells. It affects many of our behaviour and physical functions such as;
√ Learning
√ Motivation
√ Heart beat rate
√ Blood vessels function
√ Kidney function
√ Lactation
√ Sleep
√ Mood
√ Attention

Oxytocin: It is an hormone that acts on organ in the body (breast and uterus included) and as a chemical messenger in the brain, controlling key aspects of the reproductive system and human behaviour like;
√ Emotional response and pro-social behaviours
√ Trust
√ Empathy
√ Gazing
√ Positive memories
√ Processing of bonding cues 
√ Positive communication

Serotonin: It is the key hormone that stabilizes our mood, feelings of well-being and happiness. It also enables brain cells and other nervous system to communicate with each other. It affects;
√ Sleeping
√ Eating
√ Digestion 
√ Mood
√ Brain functions 
√ Eye health 
√ Blood clotting 
√ Neurological health 
√ Cardiovascular health

Endorphin: It is a chemical that are produced naturally by the nervous system that help in coping with pain or stress. It acts as analgesics and sedatives. It affects our;
√ Mood
√ Coping with stress and pain
√ Sleep

Where are the hormones released in the body?
Dopamine: hypothalamus part of the brain.
Oxytocin: hypothalamus part of the brain.
Serotonin: central nervous system (neurons).
Endorphin: pituitary gland part of the brain.

Benefits of happiness
√ It improves overall health and well-being
√ Increases productivity
√ Lower risk of cardiovascular (heart) diseases
√ Ability to combat stress and pains
√ Boost immune system
√ Increases life expectancy
√ Encourages healthy living
√ Makes you look younger
√ Enhances positive mood
√ Boost self-esteem
√ Accept responsibility
√ It makes one to be more approachable
√ Improves positive mood
√ It improves body system functions

Consequences of unhappiness
√ Lack of motivation
√ Low self-esteem
√ Higher risk of cardiovascular (heart) diseases
√ Lowers immune system
√ Eating and sleep disorders
√ Procrastination
√ Negative lifestyle
√ Relationship problem
√ Weight problems
√ Sees only negatives
√ Negative peer influence
√ Reject responsibility
√ Death
√ Mental health issues (depression, anxiety, loneliness, hopelessness, addictions to drugs and substance, thought of suicidal)
Adeyemi Omoge, founder of 3Ps Health Initiative International, Nigeria, is a Public Health Specialist committed to improving healthcare access and literacy for underserved populations. He has led impactful campaigns on disease prevention, reproductive health, and maternal and child health, benefiting thousands. He holds an MBA in Hospital Administration (JSS Academy, India), an MPH in Epidemiology and Research (University of Nicosia, Cyprus), an MPH in Disaster Management (University of Oviedo, Spain), and an MBA in Project and Human Resources Management (Academy Europe, Germany), alongside a B.Sc. in Public Health (Adeleke University, Nigeria) and other public health certifications. Adeyemi has published over 15 research papers and is an active member of organisations such as the International Society of Substance Use Professionals (UK) and the World Federation Against Drugs (Sweden). He has earned awards like the ALMA Malaria Youth Ambassador Award and scholarships including Erasmus Mundus, Commonwealth, and iLearn. Passionate about mentoring, capacity building, and public health, Adeyemi continues to inspire and contribute globally.

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