Positive Psychology The Science of Well Being by John Zelenski

Beneficial Psychology The Science of Well Being by John Zelenski

1. ISBN-10

   1473902150
2. ISBN-13

   978-1473902152

3. Beneficial Psychologybrings forth a range of research and a comprehensive overview of the newer work and lessons learned since the founder’s original vision of this field. Organized into 5 sections: A Prelude, Favorable Experiences, Persona Processes, External Influences, and Applications, this text provides an extensive introduction to an intriguing and challenging area in Psychology. With a final glimpse into the future of Beneficial Psychology, and its potential to impact social change and how valuable this information can be when contemplating the well-being of entire societies, this text is an enlightening read and invaluable resource for students.

   Driven by empirical work, this text prompts the reader to think critically and go beyond the facts.

   Key highlights:

   • Presents a framework for teaching and comprehending global trends in Beneficial Psychology.
   • Incorporation and a review of current research.
   • Using storytelling and happiness’s intrinsic appeal to nurture curiosity in the approaches we employ to address pivotal queries in Beneficial Psychology.
   • Online resources including student self-assessments, an instructor test bank, instructor slides and links to additional web content.