1 in 6 adults globally are thriving.By Raif Karerat
WASHINGTON, DC: About one in six adults globally are considered thriving — or strong and consistent — in at least three of the five elements of well-being as measured by the Gallup-Healthways Global Well-Being Index in 2014,which include community and purpose along with financial, social, and physical well-being.
In 2014, the U.S. was ranked 23rd in overall well-being, falling from a 12th place ranking in 2013, while India slotted in at no. 70.
In 2014, 17 percent of the adults surveyed worldwide were thriving in three or more elements of well-being, the same percentage as