A Primer in Positive Psychology Paperback / softback
by Christopher (Professor of Psychology, Professor of Psychology, The University of Michigan) Peterson
Part of the Oxford Positive Psychology Series series
Paperback / softback
Description
Positive psychology is the scientific study of what goes right in life, from birth to death and at all stops in between.
Every life has peaks and valleys; positive psychology does not deny this valleys, but holds that: what is good about life is as genuine as what is bad and, therefore, deserves equal attention from psychologists.
A Primer in Positive Psychology is thoroughly grounded in scientific research and covers major topics of concern to the field: positive experiences such as pleasure and flow; positive traits such as character strengths, values, and talents; and the social institutions that enable these subjects as well as what recent research might contribute to this knowledge.
Every chapter contains exercises that illustrate positive psychology, a glossary, suggestions of articles and books for further reading, and lists of films, websites, and popular songs that embody chapter themes. A comprehensive overview of positive psychology by one of the acknowledged leaders in the field, this textbook provides students with a thorough introduction to an important area of psychology.
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Out of stock
- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:400 pages, 13 line drawings
- Publisher:Oxford University Press Inc
- Publication Date:17/08/2006
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- ISBN:9780195188332
Information
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Out of stock
- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:400 pages, 13 line drawings
- Publisher:Oxford University Press Inc
- Publication Date:17/08/2006
- Category:
- ISBN:9780195188332
