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Positive Psychology

The Scientific and Practical Explorations of Human Strengths

Shane J Lopez author Jennifer Teramoto Pedrotti author Charles Richard Snyder author Ryon C McDermott author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:SAGE Publications Inc

Published:26th Jul '24

£128.00

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Positive Psychology: The Scientific and Practical Explorations of Human Strengths offers comprehensive coverage of the science and application of positive emotions and human strengths such as empathy, altruism, gratitude, attachment, and love. Authors Jennifer Teramoto Pedrotti, Shane J. Lopez, Ryon C. McDermott, and C. R. Snyder bring positive psychology to life for students by showing how it can improve all phases of contemporary life. The fully revised Fifth Edition explores new examples and reflections on current events, new and emerging scholarship in the field, expanded coverage of the neurological and biological foundations of positive psychology, and a new focus on the diverse aspects of our society and the many strengths rooted in our multi-faceted cultures.

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"[…] a comprehensive textbook on Positive Psychology that incorporates the historical and cultural aspects of psychology, and provides a framework for where positive psychology fits within our current culture. The text provides a balance of research, relevant examples, and thought-provoking activities for students." -- Tamara Davis
"Comprehensive, well researched, evidence-based text on principles of positive psychology with mini-experiments for students to apply the material within their own lives for improved learning." -- Barbara Walker

ISBN: 9781071819258

Dimensions: unknown

Weight: 850g

552 pages

5th Revised edition