Most people have visions of what a happy retirement would look like. They might dream of having time to exercise and stay healthy, or having time to enjoy their hobbies or spend more time with family.

Surprisingly, though, there is some new evidence suggesting that men may actually be happier doing something else entirely with their retirement years: Working.

While it may seem counterintuitive to suggest that working could improve retirement for men, recent research published in the Journal of Happiness Studies suggests that this is indeed the case for many men, regardless of their job type. Here's what the study revealed, along with some insights into why working may enhance men's overall happiness during their retirement years.

Men and women work for different reasons in retirement

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