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 | | Positive Psychology: The Science of Happiness and Human Strengths by Alan Carr ISBN-10: 9781583919910 ISBN-10: 1-58391-991-0 ISBN-13: 9781583919910 ISBN-13: 978-1-58391-991-0 Paperback 2004-05-18 Routledge Find Lowest Price |
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Product Description Remediating deficits and managing disabilities has been a central preoccupation for clinical psychologists for much of the past 50 years. Positive psychology, in contrast, is concerned with the enhancement of happiness and well-being, involving the scientific study of the role of personal strengths and positive social systems in the promotion of optimal well-being. The central themes of positive psychology, including happiness, hope, creativity, and wisdom, are all investigated in this book in the context of their possible applications in clinical practice. What is Positive Psychology? is unique in offering an accessible introduction to this emerging field of clinical psychology. It will prove a valuable resource for psychology students and instructors who will benefit from the learning objectives and research stimuli included in each chapter. It will also be of great interest to instructors of social work, counseling and psychotherapy. | ||
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Positive Psychology A fairly technical book wrapped around the science of happiness, the measurement of happiness, and how that connects to a variety of human character strengths and virtues. Interesting reading for the psychologist that wants to break out of the rut of diagnostic and illness theory. My question is whether we truly believe we have a set point for happiness, or if we can choose to be happy. | ||
Positive Psychology This book is long overdue. It provides a great summary of the research related to happiness, motivation, hope and optimism, and self-esteem. It is perhaps best used as a reference for a college course, but it provides an accurate reflection of research and theory in this new field of psychology. | ||