Positive Psychology: The Scientific and Practical Explorations of Human Strengths comprehensively covers the science and application of positive psychology. This book brings positive psychology to life by illustrating how psychological strength can help increase positive outcomes in school and the workplace, as well as promote cooperative relationships among people. Readers are encouraged to engage with concepts such as empathy, altruism, gratitude, attachment, and love to deepen their understanding of positive emotions and strengths. Over 50 case studies grounded in practice, research, and the authors’ teaching experience reveal how positive psychological phenomena operate in the lives of real people. The Fourth Edition continues to integrate cultural context in every chapter to reflect the diversity in today’s world.
