Positive Psychology: The Science of Happiness and Wellbeing - Couverture souple

Mangal, S. K.; Mangal, Shubhra

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 8119364872 ISBN 13 : 9788119364879

Editeur : PHI Learning, 2025

Synopsis

Positive psychology advocates for nurturing, promoting, and directing our attention towards the positive aspects of ourselves to achieve happiness and well-being. This textbook is meticulously crafted to fulfil this objective by providing a comprehensive exploration of concepts, principles, and theories of positive psychology. Presented in an accessible and user-friendly manner, the book facilitates meaningful discussions on topics aligned with the prescribed syllabi of Indian universities offering undergraduate and postgraduate courses in positive psychology. Moreover, it addresses the longstanding need within the positive psychology community for a text that incorporates an Indian perspective, catering to the specific requirements of students and faculty. Beyond academia, the textbook serves as a valuable resource for counsellors, practitioners, and anyone interested in leveraging positive psychology for personal fulfilment and happiness. By offering both theoretical insights and practical applications, it equips readers with the tools to enhance their well-being and thrive in various aspects of life.

A propos du livre

À propos des auteurs

S.K. Mangal, Ph.D. (Education), has held positions as Principal, Professor, and Head of the Department of Postgraduate Studies at C.R. College of Education in Rohtak, Haryana. Dr. Mangal is the author of several books associated with the pure and applied aspect of the subject psychology, including, Essentials of Educational Psychology, Advanced Educational Psychology, Emotional Intelligence: Managing Emotions to Win in Life, Research Methodology in Behavioural Sciences, Statistics in Psychology and Education, Psychology of Learning and Development, Psychology for Nursing, Psychology for Physiotherapy, General Psychology, Abnormal Psychology, Child Psychology and Development, Sports Psychology, Essentials of Social Psychology, and Essentials of Clinical Psychology. Dr. Mangal has been a distinguished administrator and researcher. He has devised various educational and psychological tests and has published in reputed journals. The areas of his research interest are emotional intelligence and teacher adjustment.

Shubhra Mangal, Ph.D. (Education), has held positions as Principal, Professor, and Head of the Department of Postgraduate Studies at C.R.S. College of Education, Noida. She has developed an Emotional Intelligence Inventory for measuring the Emotional Intelligence of School Teachers. Besides, she has authored several books associated with the pure and applied aspect of the subject psychology, including Psychology of Learning and Development, Research Methodology in Behavioural Sciences, Emotional Intelligence: Managing Emotions to Win in Life, Introduction to Psychology, Psychology and Our Life, Sports Psychology, Essentials of Social Psychology, and Essentials of Clinical Psychology. Her research interests encompass emotional intelligence and teacher education.

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1. Positive Psychology: Meaning, Nature, and Scope * 2. Origin and History of Positive Psychology * 3. Happiness and Wellbeing * 4. Personal Goals and Wellbeing * 5. Virtues and Character Strengths * 6. Positive Emotions and Wellbeing * 7. Emotional Intelligence and Wellbeing * 8. Hope and Optimism * 9. Savoring and Flow * 10. Gratitude and Forgiveness * 11. Courage and Resilience * 12. Giftedness, Creativity, and Wisdom * 13. Positive Self and Wellbeing * 14. Pro-social Behavior and Wellbeing * 15. Religion and Spirituality * 16. Close Relationships and Wellbeing * 17. Mindfulness and Wellbeing

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: PHI Learning
• Date d'édition: 2025
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 8119364872
• ISBN 13: 9788119364879
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 420
• Coordonnées du fabricant: XINLUW; rotmistrz83@googlemail.com; ; Westarpstr. 2; Berlin; Berlin; 10779; Allemagne