Jennifer S. Cheavens

Science and Application of Positive Psychology (eBook, PDF)

• Format: PDF

Produktbeschreibung

Positive psychology tackles the big questions: What does it mean to live a 'good life'? What helps people to flourish and access their optimal potential? And how can we increase our capacities for joy, meaning, and hope? This engaging textbook emphasizes the science of positive psychology - students don't simply learn about positive psychology in the abstract, but instead are exposed to the fascinating research that supports its conclusions.Bridging theory and practice, this textbook connects up-to-date research with real-world examples and guides students to apply evidence-based practices in their own lives. Its comprehensive coverage includes major new topics, such as spirituality, therapeutic interventions, mindfulness, and positive relationships. Featured pedagogy includes 'Are You Sure about That?' boxes presenting methodological and statistical principles in context, and 'Practice Positive Psychology' activities to extend student learning, while online resources include lecture slides, a test bank, and an instructor manual.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Cambridge University Press
• Erscheinungstermin: 30. November 2021
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9781108614764
• Artikelnr.: 66178836

Autorenporträt

Jennifer S. Cheavens, Professor of Psychology at The Ohio State University, is a teacher and scholar with expertise in positive psychology, particularly hope and gratitude. Dr. Cheavens was awarded the inaugural George Valliant Award for Contributions in Positive Clinical Psychology by the International Positive Psychology Association's Positive Clinical Psychology Division for her work in the development of hope therapy and capitalization models of treatment. She developed the Positive Psychology course at The Ohio State University, and has taught the course to approximately 240 undergraduate students annually for more than 10 years. She has been recognized with several teaching and mentorship awards.

Inhaltsangabe

Preface
Part I. Introduction to the Field
1. What Is Positive Psychology and Why Do We Need It?
2. Myths and Misunderstandings about the Science of Positive Psychology
Part II. Positive Feelings and States
3. Positive Emotional Experiences
4. Transcendence: Meaning, Purpose, Spirituality, and Religion
5. Present-Moment Focus: Mindfulness, Savoring, and Flow
Part III. Achievement and Personal Goals
6. Talent and Giftedness
7. Looking to the Future: Goals, Optimism, and Hope
Part IV. Personal Strengths and Psychological Assets
8. Virtues, Values, and Character Strengths
9. Successful Aging
Part V. Successful and Satisfying Relationships
10. Love and Relationships
11. Perspective-Taking: Gratitude and Forgiveness
12. Prosocial Behavior
13. Happiness and Success at Work: Positive Psychology in the Office and Beyond
14. Positive Mental Health: Interventions and Initiatives
Glossary
References
Index.