Broadening The Scope Of Wellbeing Science

Author : Andrew H. Kemp,Darren J. Edwards
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 187 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2022-11-10
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 9783031183294

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Broadening the Scope of Wellbeing Science by Andrew H. Kemp,Darren J. Edwards Pdf

This book brings together leading researchers on wellbeing science to provide a multidisciplinary approach to psychological wellbeing with implications for the interconnected societal challenges we face today, including loneliness, neoliberalism, inequality and anthropogenic climate change. Its authors present new and innovative models for understanding, building and improving our understanding of the complex construct of wellbeing. The capacity for individual positive change is explored, as well as the scope for such change to impact on the communities and environments within which we live. Further, the book places individual wellbeing within a broader context that also addresses societal needs and challenges. In doing so, it provides a novel synthesis of individual, societal and environmental perspectives on wellbeing and human flourishing. In the face of an urgent need to build stronger, sustainable and more resilient communities, this book demonstrates how wellbeing science can link the individual with the community through appropriate health and wellbeing policies and offers a guide to a new way for individuals to connect with the world. It will appeal to researchers and professionals working across the fields of psychology, environmental science, public health and public policy.

Author : Jamie Mcphie
Publisher : Springer
Page : 322 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2019-01-22
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9789811333262

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Mental Health and Wellbeing in the Anthropocene by Jamie Mcphie Pdf

This book makes the unorthodox claim that there is no such thing as mental health. It also deglamourises nature-based psychotherapies, deconstructs therapeutic landscapes and redefines mental health and wellbeing as an ecological process distributed in the environment – rather than a psychological manifestation trapped within the mind of a human subject. Traditional and contemporary philosophies are merged with new science of the mind as each chapter progressively examples a posthuman account of mental health as physically dispersed amongst things – emoji, photos, tattoos, graffiti, cities, mountains – in this precarious time labelled the Anthropocene. Utilising experimental walks, play scripts and creative research techniques, this book disrupts traditional notions of the subjective self, resulting in an Extended Body Hypothesis – a pathway for alternative narratives of human-environment relations to flourish more ethically. This transdisciplinary inquiry will appeal to anyone interested in non-classificatory accounts of mental health, particularly concerning areas of social and environmental equity – post-nature.

Author : Paul T. P Wong,Lok Sang Ho,Richard Gregory Cowden,Claude-Hélène Mayer,Fan Yang
Publisher : Frontiers Media SA
Page : 163 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2023-10-24
Category : Science
ISBN : 9782832536421

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A New Science of Suffering, the Wisdom of the Soul, and the New Behavioral Economics of Happiness: Towards a General Theory of Well-being by Paul T. P Wong,Lok Sang Ho,Richard Gregory Cowden,Claude-Hélène Mayer,Fan Yang Pdf

New developments in positive psychology have evolved into the 2nd and 3rd waves, going beyond the individual and positive focus towards complex systems, multi-cultures, and the existential positive psychology of transcending suffering. The present project aims at developing a general theory of well-being that integrates all the above changes as the new frontier of positive psychology. At a time when humanity is threatened by all kinds of existential crises, from climate change to nuclear war, from ideological polarization to a widening income gap, we need to develop a big-picture theoretical framework showing that happiness is not just for those living in peace and prosperity, but also for those struggling in dire poverty and war-ravaged countries like Ukraine, not just for the self, but also for others, not just for the present, but also for future generations. This broader approach towards wellbeing opens up new vistas for research and interventions.

Author : Jan Macfarlane,Jerome Carson
Publisher : Emerald Group Publishing
Page : 137 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2023-06-05
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781804559581

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Positive Psychology for Healthcare Professionals by Jan Macfarlane,Jerome Carson Pdf

Positive Psychology for Healthcare Professionals presents applied positive psychology specifically for health and care staff, showcasing eleven different interventions that have proven to be effective in improving wellbeing.

Author : Alonzo L. Plough
Publisher : Oxford University Press, USA
Page : 289 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 2020-10-22
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9780190080495

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Well-Being: Expanding the Definition of Progress by Alonzo L. Plough Pdf

Cities and countries around the globe are starting to incorporate a well-being approach by reorienting policies and budgets to benefit people and long-term sustainability. With insights from an international group of scientists, practitioners, and innovators, Well-Being considers the measurement focus of conversations surrounding well-being, then moves beyond to action: shifts in policy, narratives, and power, and alignment with other movements acrosssectors.

Author : Paul T. P. Wong
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Page : 388 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2023-03-31
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 9781000858990

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A Second-Wave Positive Psychology in Counselling Psychology by Paul T. P. Wong Pdf

This book on the new paradigm of existential positive psychology (PP2.0) or second-wave positive psychology focusses on the importance of transcending or transforming negative experiences and emotions to achieve durable flourishing. The book offers exciting new concepts and skills in the practice of counselling psychology. Positive psychology is evolving due to changing times and circumstances. PP2.0 opens new vistas for research and interventions in counselling psychology and positive psychology. Instead of relying only on the positives, it posits the importance of navigating an optimal balance between positives and negatives in each context. It emphasizes the importance of inner peace, balance, and harmony rather than the pursuit of happiness or positive emotions. More importantly, PP2.0 is based on meeting the basic human needs for 1) the need to be liberated from the suffering and human bondage, 2) the hope of achieving a meaningful future, 3) the need to relate to others in a compassionate and authentic way so that people can experience genuine kindness and love, and 4) the deep-seated spiritual need for a sense of oneness with a Higher Power or nature. This volume explores ways to help individuals to be liberated from their inherent limitations and, at the same time, empower them to achieve their highest aspirations. With an updated Introduction, this book is the ideal companion for any student or practitioner looking for an insightful overview of positive psychology including humanistic psychology, existential positive psychology as well as counselling psychology. The chapters in this book were originally published as a special issue of Counselling Psychology Quarterly.

Author : Timo J. H‹m‹l‹inen,Juliet Michaelson
Publisher : Edward Elgar Publishing
Page : 368 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2014-03-28
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 9781783472901

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Well-Being and Beyond by Timo J. H‹m‹l‹inen,Juliet Michaelson Pdf

This book will broaden the public and policy discourse on the importance of well-being by examining psychological, social, environmental, economic, organizational, institutional and political determinants of individual well-being. The public po

Author : William C. Compton,Edward Hoffman
Publisher : SAGE Publications
Page : 876 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2023-09-07
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 9781071822869

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Positive Psychology by William C. Compton,Edward Hoffman Pdf

Positive Psychology: The Science of Happiness and Flourishing offers students an up-to-date and contemporary introduction to the field of positive psychology. Topically organized, authors William C. Compton and Edward Hoffman examine how Positive Psychology relates to stressors and health, within such traditional research areas as developmental, clinical, personality, motivational, social, and behavioral psychology. Updates to the Fourth Edition include new material on the spread of positive psychology around the world and expanded coverage on character strengths, emotional intelligence, leisure, and the biology of positive emotions. Included with this title: LMS Cartridge: Import this title’s instructor resources into your school’s learning management system (LMS) and save time. Don’t use an LMS? You can still access all of the same online resources for this title via the password-protected Instructor Resource Site. Learn more.

Author : Christian Ludwig,Theresa Summer,Maria Eisenmann,Daniel Becker,Nadine Krüger
Publisher : Narr Francke Attempto Verlag
Page : 197 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2024-04-08
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : 9783381114634

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Mental Health in English Language Education by Christian Ludwig,Theresa Summer,Maria Eisenmann,Daniel Becker,Nadine Krüger Pdf

Mental health has become a growing concern in today's society, with schools emerging as focal points for addressing this topic. The present volume takes this as a starting point to explore the relevance of curricula and competencies, texts and materials, (digital) culture and communication, and teacher education in the context of mental health and English language education. This, for instance, includes insights into interrelated topics such as gender, climate change, stress, and conspiracy theories. A variety of texts including multimodal novels, video games, and songs provides practical impulses for integrating mental health related topics into English lessons. As such, this volume brings together scholars from various fields who discuss the relationship between mental health issues and English as a foreign language learning from a variety of theoretical, empirical, and practice-oriented perspectives.

Author : Yung-Jong Shiah,Kwang-Kuo Hwang
Publisher : Frontiers Media SA
Page : 118 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2024-03-19
Category : Science
ISBN : 9782832546505

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We are not WEIRD: Chinese Culture and Psychology by Yung-Jong Shiah,Kwang-Kuo Hwang Pdf

In recent years, interest in research on Chinese culture and psychology has increased rapidly. However, most research paradigms based on samples from Western, Educated, Industrialized, Rich, and Democratic (WEIRD) societies, including theories, methods, and research procedures, may become maladaptive or “weird” once moved to other societies. Thus, we aim to focus on this emergent movement of scholars working on the dialogue and interaction between Chinese culture and psychology to explore the most contemporary modes of Chinese philosophical, religious, and spiritual thoughts and practices, emphasizing their significant application to current psychological research. Taking an eclectic approach to study on human values, health, and well-being, this Research Topic hopes to publish original research articles that deal with mental and physical health issues by integrating the contribution from Chinese traditions.

Author : Fabio Rubio Scarano
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 173 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2024-06-03
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9783031518416

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Regenerative Dialogues for Sustainable Futures by Fabio Rubio Scarano Pdf

Author : Fabio Rubio Scarano
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 173 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2024-06-03
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9783031518416

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Regenerative Dialogues for Sustainable Futures by Fabio Rubio Scarano Pdf

Author : Frank Kessel,Patricia Rosenfield,Norman Anderson
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 512 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2008-04-01
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 9780190295905

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Expanding the Boundaries of Health and Social Science by Frank Kessel,Patricia Rosenfield,Norman Anderson Pdf

It is now widely recognized that research on human health requires more than a focus on human biology and disease entities. Lifestyles, attitudes, stress, education, income--all are now understood to contribute to the spread of disease, the effectiveness of curative therapies, and the prevention of illness, as well as to good health and an enhanced sense of well-being. However, despite such developments and the rise of interdisciplinary research, there is still considerable debate about how best to conduct research and shape policies that insightfully integrate concepts and methods drawn from the full range of the health, social, and behavioral sciences. Moreover, scholars and researchers who wish to engage in such interdisciplinary inquiry have no texts that serve as substantive and practical guides to the most effective avenues. This volume fills this unfortunate gap by presenting a series of case studies that provide a variety of illustrative models of how best to undertake interdisciplinary research on health. All the authors have successfully carried out innovative, collaborative research programs; they give compelling accounts of the benefits of interdisciplinary research, and the central strategies required for successfully achieving such benefits. This volume will be an invaluable resource for scholars and scientists, as well as for decision-makers in academic settings, foundations, and government agencies seeking to develop and promote interdisciplinary programs that expand the boundaries of research dedicated to improving human health and well-being.

Author : Frédéric Guay,Herbert Marsh,Dennis M. McInerney,Rhonda G. Craven
Publisher : IAP
Page : 327 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2017-08-01
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 9781641130042

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SELF - Driving Positive Psychology and Wellbeing by Frédéric Guay,Herbert Marsh,Dennis M. McInerney,Rhonda G. Craven Pdf

Research on the Self relates to various phenomena including self?esteem, self?concept, self?verification, self?awareness, identity, self?efficacy, passion, self?determination, goals etc. that are predictive of optimal functioning and well?being. Such a research endeavor is consistent with the positive psychology movement focusing on the scientific study of what makes people psychologically healthy, happy, and satisfied in their lives, as well as on their strengths and virtues. The positive psychology movement cultivates a sensible approach to optimal human functioning and well?being in various life contexts. Chapters in this volume will illustrate some of the best of the research on the interplay between the self and positive psychology, to show the potential of this research for transforming our societies. SELF – Driving Positive Psychology and Well?being thus provides a unique insight into self and its fundamental role for well?being. This volume is intended to develop both theoretical and methodological ideas and to present empirical evidence of various phenomenon important for well ?being. The scope of the volume is thus very broad, and provides a framework for the development of the chapter as authors see most appropriate.

Author : Assistant Professor in Management and Organization Linda Tallberg,Linda Tallberg,Lindsay Hamilton
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 513 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2022-08-18
Category : Human ecology
ISBN : 9780192848185

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The Oxford Handbook of Animal Organization Studies by Assistant Professor in Management and Organization Linda Tallberg,Linda Tallberg,Lindsay Hamilton Pdf

Just as climate change and environmental sustainability have become growing concerns in public discourse, so too have they become a persistent focus in business and organization studies. It is increasingly acknowledged that humans and animals do not dwell in separate spheres; rather, they are entangled in a number of commercial or organizational settings, and organization theory needs to respond more comprehensively to this more-than-human shift in outlook. Important questions continue to arise about the nature of contemporary organization and organizing practices: who are these for? Who benefits from the operation of increasingly globalized capital markets? What place is there for the nonhuman animals in all this organization? What place is there for multispecies companionship, solidarity, and mutual value creation today and in the future, if any? This volume brings together interdisciplinary work on human-animal relationships within business, management, and organization for the first time. It maps the contours of an emerging new discipline, here termed 'Animal Organization Studies', touching on the politics, theory, and empirical experience of multispecies life-worlds. Spanning a number of disciplinary approaches including critical geography, critical management studies, social studies of science, and human-animal studies, the volume highlights the contact points as well as the tensions in humanity's relationship with a range of animal species and habitats. It holds relevance for those investigating debates around humanism and its futures; environmental and sustainability matters; the experience of working with and on animals, and the future of animal consumption and production.