That sets baseline what the kid will take as normal. E.g. partying vs solo silent entertainment, food habits, substances abuse, relationship with peers and oppo

That sets baseline what the kid will take as normal. E.g. partying vs solo silent entertainment, food habits, substances abuse, relationship with peers and opposite sex, money management habits… It’s not exactly affecting happiness. It’s just laying foundation for personality and lifestyle. If it leads to „happiness“, it depends on culture at the time of him growing up. And wether he will feel a need to fit in or rebel.