
The Psychology of Financial Wellbeing
An Introduction
Rona Hart(Author)
Routledge (Publisher)
1st Edition
Will be published approx. on 9. December 2026
Book
Hardback
158 pages
978-1-032-54107-5 (ISBN)
Description
Grounded in Positive Economic Psychology theory and research The Psychology of Financial Wellbeing offers a comprehensive introduction to the key concepts, models and theories that that inform financial wellbeing.
Financial wellbeing is a state of being where a person or a household can meet their financial obligations, feel secure about their financial future, and are able to make choices that allow them to fulfil their needs and enjoy life. This book clarifies the foundational concepts underpinning financial wellbeing, defines the concept, and outlines its indicators and core components. It also synthesises the research evidence on the factors that foster financial wellbeing and presents a novel model that offers a comprehensive blueprint for pursuing financial wellbeing.
Written in a clear, balanced and accessible style, this textbook is an essential read for anyone looking to achieve financial prosperity, resilience and wellbeing. It will interest students across Economics, Business, Clinical Psychology, Social Psychology, Positive Psychology, Economic and Consumer Psychology, Education, Social Work, Coaching and Financial Planning, as well professionals looking to understand how financial wellbeing can be applied in their own work.
Financial wellbeing is a state of being where a person or a household can meet their financial obligations, feel secure about their financial future, and are able to make choices that allow them to fulfil their needs and enjoy life. This book clarifies the foundational concepts underpinning financial wellbeing, defines the concept, and outlines its indicators and core components. It also synthesises the research evidence on the factors that foster financial wellbeing and presents a novel model that offers a comprehensive blueprint for pursuing financial wellbeing.
Written in a clear, balanced and accessible style, this textbook is an essential read for anyone looking to achieve financial prosperity, resilience and wellbeing. It will interest students across Economics, Business, Clinical Psychology, Social Psychology, Positive Psychology, Economic and Consumer Psychology, Education, Social Work, Coaching and Financial Planning, as well professionals looking to understand how financial wellbeing can be applied in their own work.
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Taylor & Francis Ltd
Target group
College/higher education
Postgraduate and Undergraduate Advanced
Illustrations
3 s/w Zeichnungen, 4 s/w Abbildungen, 1 s/w Photographie bzw. Rasterbild
3 Line drawings, black and white; 1 Halftones, black and white; 4 Illustrations, black and white
Dimensions
Height: 234 mm
Width: 156 mm
Weight
453 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-032-54107-5 (9781032541075)
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Book
approx. 12/2026
1st Edition
Routledge
€52.50
Not yet published
Person
Dr Rona Hart is an Associate Professor in Applied Positive Psychology at the School of Psychology, University of Sussex, UK. She is a lecturer, researcher, practitioner and author specialising in Positive Psychology and Economic Psychology. Recently, she launched a pioneering interdisciplinary field, Positive Economic Psychology, which integrates these two domains. Her textbook, Positive Psychology: The Basics (Routledge), is widely adopted in higher education and has been translated into multiple languages. Rona is also a longstanding member of the International Positive Psychology Association (IPPA) and holds several leadership roles. Rona is also a Co-Editor of the International Journal of Wellbeing, and served as guest editor for several special issues.
Content
1. Introduction 2. Positive Economic Psychology 3. Money Matters 4. Wellbeing and Happiness 5. Financial Wellbeing 6. Models of Financial Wellbeing 7. A novel model of financial wellbeing 8. The downstream effects of financial wellbeing