Positive Psychology 5/e

Part I * Looking at Psychology from A Positive Perspective Chapter 1 * Welcome to Positive Psychology Chapter 2 * Eastern and Western Perspectives on Positive Psychology: How "ME + WE = US" Might Bridge the Gap Chapter 3 * Classifications and Measurement in Positive Psychology Part II * Positive Psychology in Context Chapter 4 * The Role of Culture in Developing Strengths and Living Well Chapter 5 * Living Well at Every Stage of Life Part III * Positive Emotional States and Processes Chapter 6 * The Principles of Pleasure: Understanding Positive Affect, Positive Emotions, Happiness, and Well-Being Chapter 7 * Making the Most of Emotional Experiences: Emotion-Focused Coping, Emotional Intelligence, Socioemotional Selectivity, and Emotional Storytelling Part IV * Positive Cognitive States and Processes Chapter 8 * Seeing Our Futures Through Self-Efficacy, Optimism, and Hope Chapter 9 * Wisdom and Courage: Characteristics of the Wise and the Brave Chapter 10 * Mindfulness, Flow, and Spirituality: In Search of Optimal Experiences Part V * Prosocial Behavior Chapter 11 * Empathy and Egotism: Portals to Altruism and Gratitude Chapter 12 * Attachment, Love, Flourishing Relationships, and Forgiveness Part VI * Understanding and Changing Human Behavior Chapter 13 * Preventing the Bad and Promoting the Good Part VII * Positive Environments Chapter 14 * Positive Schooling and Good Work: The Psychology of Gainful Employment and the Education That Gets Us There Part VIII * Finding Strengths in Others: Embodying Strengths in Everyday Life Chapter 15 * The Future of Positive Psychology for the Public Good: A Dialogue Between the Authors

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