Positive Psychology

1st Edition

The Science of Well-Being

John Zelenski
eISBN-13: 9781526485311

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<p>Positive Psychology brings together a range of research and a comprehensive review of the more recent work and lessons learned since the founder’s original vision of this field. Organised into five sections: An Introduction, Positive Experiences, Personality Processes, External Influences, and Applications, this text provides a thorough introduction to an interesting and challenging area in Psychology. With a final look at the future of Positive Psychology, and its potential to inform social change and how useful this knowledge can be when considering the well-being of entire societies, this text is an enlightening read and invaluable resources for students.</p>
<p>Strongly guided by empirical work this text encourages the reader to think critically and go beyond the facts.</p>
<p>Key features:</p>

Provides a framework for teaching and understanding global trends in Positive Psychology.
Inclusion and a review of up-to-date research.
Using storytelling and happiness’s intrinsic appeal to foster interest in the methods we use to answer important questions in Positive Psychology.
Online resources including student self-tests, and links to additional web content.

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ISBNs 1526485311, 9781526485311, 9781473902145, 9781473902152
Language English
Number of Pages 393
Edition 1st