Positive Psychology

• Utgivningsdatum: 2027-04-28
• Mått: 129 x 198 x undefined mm
• Format: Inbunden
• Språk: Engelska
• Serie: The Basics
• Antal sidor: 544
• Upplaga: 2
• Förlag: Taylor & Francis Ltd
• ISBN: 9781032742502

• Socialt arbete och välfärd
• Psykologi
• Folkhälsa och hälsopedagogik
• Psykoterapi som behandlingsmetod

Dr Rona Hart is an Associate Professor of Applied Positive Psychology in the School of Psychology at the University of Sussex, UK. She is also a co-editor of the International Journal of Wellbeing and holds several leadership roles within the International Positive Psychology Association (IPPA). She is actively involved in professionalising the field, particularly through advancing professional standards in education and applied practice. She recently launched Positive Economic Psychology, a novel sub-discipline that integrates insights from positive psychology and economic psychology.

'Positive Psychology: The Basics is a timely, perceptive and wonderfully humane account of a field concerned with how people can live, relate and grow well. Rona Hart guides readers from the discipline’s origins through its central ideas and practical possibilities, bringing unusual clarity to complex questions while acknowledging uncertainty, context and limitation. Rich in insight yet highly readable, this is an indispensable companion for anyone wishing to understand Positive Psychology and apply its wisdom thoughtfully.'Prof Aaron Jarden, Associate Dean Post-Graduate, School of Education, Edith Cowan University'Positive Psychology: The Basics is a warm, engaging, and thoughtfully written introduction to the field of Positive Psychology. Rona Hart brings together foundational theory, contemporary research, and practical applications with clarity and care, making the science of wellbeing both accessible and relevant to everyday life. A real strength of the book is its balanced and reflective approach, which acknowledges the field's achievements while thoughtfully engaging with the questions and debates that continue to shape its evolution. The result is a text that invites curiosity, critical thinking, and deeper reflection on what helps people, organisations, and communities flourish. An invaluable resource for students, educators, coaches, and practitioners, and valuable addition to any Positive Psychology bookshelf.'Dr Hanna Kampman, Course Leader for the MSc in Applied Positive Psychology (MAPP), MSc in Applied Positive Psychology & Coaching Psychology (MAPP CP), and MSc in Applied Positive Psychology, Organisations & Leadership (MAPP OL), University of East London'Positive Psychology: The Basics is a thoughtful and inspiring book that invites readers to look at human flourishing with both rigour and heart. Rona Hart succeeds in making a rich and evolving field accessible without losing its depth or complexity, suitable for Positive Psychology newcomers, as well as researchers and practitioners. It is a book that is constantly on my desk, and I turn to it often when I need to write about a specific topic or clarify a point. I particularly value the book’s clarity and precision, critical perspective, and connection between advanced research and real life. An engaging and valuable read for anyone interested in the Positive Psychology field and share the wish to help people and communities thrive.'Dr Niva Dolev, Dean of Students Affairs, Department of Education and Community, Kinneret College 'Often, the hardest part of any journey is the beginning. Discovering a new field becomes much easier when we are guided by someone who can explain it with clarity, enthusiasm and balance. In Positive Psychology: The Basics, Rona Hart fulfills this role beautifully. From the origins of Positive Psychology to its key concepts and interventions, the book helps readers build a solid understanding of the field while encouraging them to explore it further.'Dr Samuel Lins, Social Psychology Laboratory, Center for Psychology, University of Porto'Positive Psychology: The Basics provides an accessible and authoritative introduction to a wealth of topics, research findings, and theoretical insights across the emerging field of Positive Psychology. An ideal resource for students of Positive Psychology or for the curious reader in search of enlightenment, this second edition has been updated and expanded, with new sections on topics such as mindfulness and wisdom.'Prof Vivian L Vignoles, Professor of Social and Cross-Cultural Psychology, School of Psychology, University of Sussex'I have known Rona Hart as a mentor, colleague and dear friend, and have had the opportunity to learn from her both professionally and personally. What I have always admired about Rona is her ability to make complex ideas understandable without losing their depth. Positive Psychology: The Basics brings that quality to the field beautifully. It is an accessible, thoughtful and balanced introduction that connects research with real-world application while also acknowledging the questions and debates within Positive Psychology. I would warmly recommend it to anyone beginning to explore the field.'Dr Pradnya Surana, Author of Manage Your Money, Manage Your Mind

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