The best minds in positive psychology survey the state of the field
Positive Psychology in Practice, Second Edition moves beyond the
theoretical to show how positive psychology is being used in real-world
settings, and the new directions emerging in the field. An international
team of contributors representing the best and brightest in the
discipline review the latest research, discuss how the findings are
being used in practice, explore new ideas for application, and discuss
focus points for future research. This updated edition contains new
chapters that explore the intersection between positive psychology and
humanistic psychology, salugenesis, hedonism, and eudaimonism, and more,
with deep discussion of how the field is integrating with the new areas
of self-help, life coaching, social work, rehabilitation psychology, and
recovery-oriented service systems.
This book explores the challenges and opportunities in the field,
providing readers with the latest research and consensus on practical
application.
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Get up to date on the latest research and practice findings
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Integrate positive psychology into assessments, life coaching, and
other therapies
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Learn how positive psychology is being used in schools
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Explore possible directions for new research to push the field forward
Positive psychology is being used in areas as diverse as clinical,
counseling, forensic, health, educational, and industrial/organizational
settings, in a wide variety of interventions and applications.
Psychologists and other mental health professionals who want to promote
human flourishing and well-being will find the second edition of
Positive Psychology in Practice to be an informative, comprehensive
guide.
