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The Oxford Handbook of Positive Psychology 2nd Edition
Author(s): Shane J. Lopez (Editor), C. R. Snyder
- Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
- Publication Date: 7 Oct. 2011
- Edition: 2nd
- Language: English
- Print length: 742 pages
- ISBN-10: 0199862168
- ISBN-13: 9780199862160
Book Description
The Oxford Handbook of Positive Psychology 2nd Edition is the seminal reference in the field of positive psychology, which in recent years has transcended academia to capture the imagination of the general public. The handbook provides a roadmap for the psychology needed by the majority of the population – those who don’t need treatment but want to achieve the lives to which they aspire.
These 65 chapters summarize all of the relevant literature in the field. The content’s breadth and depth provide an unparalleled cross-disciplinary look at positive psychology from diverse fields and all branches of psychology, including social, clinical, personality, counseling, school, and developmental psychology.
Topics include not only happiness but also hope, strengths, positive emotions, life longings, creativity, emotional creativity, courage, and more, plus guidelines for applying what has worked for people across time and cultures.
Editorial Reviews
Review
This is an excellent book on a unique approach to psychology. The international authorship helps readers see positive psychology from many different vantage points. ― Doody’s Notes (Gary B Kaniuk, Psy.D, Cermak Health Services)
About the Author
Shane J. Lopez, Ph.D., is Associate Professor, Department of Psychology and Research in Education, University of Kansas. C.R. Snyder, Ph.D., was Wright Distinguished Professor, Department of Psychology, University of Kansas.
