Health | sex Sex Keeps Seniors Happier Survey shows a big nookie factor By John Johnson Posted Nov 30, 2011 6:45 PM CST Copied A sex life during the senior years helps with happiness, a new survey suggests. (Shutterstock) Researchers going over surveys of married couples aged 65 or older couldn't help but notice one potential secret to a happy life in retirement: sex. Scientific American highlights the contrast: No sex: Of these married individuals, 40% were very happy with life in general and 60% were very happy with their marriage. Sexually active: For those having sex more than once a month, 60% were very happy with life and 80% very happy with their marriage. (The survey didn't examine responses from non-married seniors.) Read These Next That 'buy now, pay later' loan may soon hit your credit score. Mid Cops: Arizona 5th graders drew up plot to 'end' a classmate. The Bezos-Sanchez wedding: guest list, cost, the dress, and more. Report an error