Applied Positive Psychology
Integrated Positive Practice
- Tim Lomas - Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health
- Kate Hefferon
- Itai Ivtzan - School of Positive Transformation
- Stephen Joseph, University of Nottingham
"Captures the best of the positive psychology initiative, and most importantly, translates it to practice. The authors bring remarkable depth and breadth to the subject matter and do so in a way that is fresh, engaging, relevant, and unusually thoughtful."
- Carol Ryff, University of Wisconsin-Madison
"If you want to understand what positive psychology really is, learn how it works in practice and discover its huge potential to transform our lives and our world then look no further than this superb book. I really can't recommend it highly enough."
- Mark Williamson, Director of Action for Happiness
This exciting new textbook, written by leading academics in the UK, offers the very first authored title on applied positive psychology for university courses.
Consisting of the latest cutting-edge theory and research in the subject and structured around a pioneering multidimensional model of wellbeing, this book will provide you with the knowledge and tools to apply positive psychology in many areas of life. These include interventions aimed at developing mental and physical functioning, to recommendations for enhancing relationships and reshaping organisational structures. The book shows how these practices can be successfully deployed in diverse real-world settings, from the classroom to the workplace. Key features include:
- Learning objectives set out at the start of each chapter
- Practice essay questions throughout and quizzes to test your knowledge at the end of each chapter
- Useful measurement tools and recommendations for research
- Summary boxes and suggested further reading and resources
- Case studies and ‘Reflection’ boxes that invite you to explore topics in greater depth and relate findings to your everyday life.
This book will be essential reading for all students with an interest in or studying a course in applied positive psychology, and is strongly recommended to students taking a wider course in positive psychology and the psychology of happiness and wellbeing.
If you think you know what positive psychology is, think again! This book offers a new integrative vision for making life better that takes in the body and the brain, culture and society, and childhood and development. Written by the team who lead the Applied Positive Psychology programme at the University of East London you can be sure that the scholarship is cutting edge. A must read for students of positive psychology.
It's hard to think of any discipline that could be more important in modern society than Positive Psychology - the science and practice of improving wellbeing. This book marks a significant coming-of-age for this exciting and rapidly developing field. It provides a grounded, compelling and comprehensive view of the many ways that Positive Psychology can help make life better - from individuals and families to schools, workplaces and communities; from birth and childhood to adult life and old age. If you want to understand what Positive Psychology really is, learn how it works in practice and discover its huge potential to transform our lives and our world then look no further than this superb book. I really can't recommend it highly enough.
This textbook captures the best of the positive psychology initiative, and most importantly, translates it to practice. The authors bring
remarkable depth and breadth to the subject matter and do so in a way that is fresh, engaging, relevant, and unusually thoughtful. Everyone who reads this book will derive useful insights about how to live. The closing chapter on ethical and reflective practice is a masterpiece.
If you are interested in having a positive impact on people’s lives then this book is for you. By firmly placing Positive Psychology in an applied and social context the authors identify its true purpose - to make life better. It does a brilliant job of showing readers how to apply the insights that research has uncovered. It will surely become one of the go-to text books for all students of Positive Psychology.
A major strength of the book relates to the diversity with which the material is presented. It is rare for a textbook to contain such a multitude of learning tools (e.g. case studies, measurement tools, media, and quizzes).
In sum, Applied Positive Psychology provides a thoughtful and thorough description of the practical realm of positive psychology. It is an appropriate textbook choice for courses with an applied focus, and a good companion text for courses with a broader focus on positive psychology.
A fascinating and refreshing read for any new or experienced practitioner or anyone with an interest in this field.
This book is easy to read and is applicable to all students working in health . I particularly like the reflective element of the book and case studies. The case studies help students link theory to practice. This book will not only inform their work but will help in their own personal and professional development.
Very specific to the nature of the module and create excellent discussion and practical challenges for the students
This book is clear in its intent to interest students into the fascinating field of positive psychology. It is readable and thought provoking in equal measure. It will be used to develop self awareness and personal development with a range of higher education learners.
This book is a valuable resource, especially for those who may be keen to get an overview of work/ideas in the area of positive psychology. The ideas presented are contemporary and meaningful.
After reading this book, myself and my students have felt motivated to apply the ideas to our own lives and work.
I'd recommend it for use with both undergraduate and with postgraduate cohorts.
